Ho See Fatt Choy (Braised Oysters and Sea Moss)
Usher in the lunar new year with this traditional Ho See Fatt Choy (Braised Oysters and Sea Moss) dish for a prosperous new year. It is full of delicious umami flavor.
- Prep time
- 10 min
- Cook time
- 1 hr
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- ½ lb dried oysters ((225g))
- 0.35 oz dried sea moss ((10g))
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic ((minced))
- Salt ((optional))
- 1 tbsp soy sauce ((optional))
Instructions
- 1
Soak dried oysters in warm water for 30 minutes. Rinse thoroughly and drain.
- 2
Soak sea moss in a strainer over a bowl of water for 30 minutes. When sea moss is rehydrated, rinse thoroughly in the strainer under running water. Drain.
- 3
Heat vegetable oil in a medium saucepan. Sauté garlic for 30 seconds.
- 4
Add oysters and stir to coat with oil until fragrant.
- 5
Pour in 1½ cups (360ml) water. Cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 to 40 minutes.
- 6
Open the lid and do a taste test. Add a little salt if needed and soy sauce if desired.
- 7
Add sea moss. Cover and continue to cook for another 15 to 20 minutes. Add a little water whenever necessary to allow it to continue simmering. Turn off stove.
- 8
Serve warm with rice.