In our wine culture, good wine always needs to be accompanied by a few good dishes. In particular, the classic appetizers recognized by the older generation of drinkers not only make the taste buds dance, but also bring back a full of nostalgia. Not only are these dishes affordable, but they also taste so good that you can't forget them when you eat them, and you may be able to "eat one bite and drink three cups" if you are not careful. Speaking of which, are you starting to look forward to it? These dishes are simply the soul of the small gathering, without them, the wine table would be less lively and laughing.
Today, I want to take you to learn more about the four major wine dishes that are recognized by the "older generation". Not only are these dishes simple and easy to make, but each one has its own unique charm that brings out the best in the wine. From the salty, crispy snacks to the rich meats, each dish is something that drinkers will talk about. This is not just an ordinary foodie gathering, but also a feast for taste buds and a cultural inheritance.
Are you ready? We're going to uncover these delicious secrets that will make you eat and drink more than you know about it. Follow me and let's take a look at how these classics can make your drinking game more perfect, how to make your party laugh again and again, and make you realize that you can be an "invisible wine fairy"!
Recommended recipe 1: Deep-fried peanuts
On the wine table of the older generation, fried peanuts are a classic appetizer, and their crispy texture and light salty aroma make people can't help but take one bite after another. Peanuts are not only a good companion for chatting, but also a little trick to add fun to the wine.
Main ingredients: peanuts, salt, cooking oil
Here's how:
Wash the peanuts and drain the water.
Pour enough cooking oil into the pan and heat to about 150°C.
Put the peanuts in the pan and slowly fry them over low heat until golden brown and crispy.
After frying, remove it with a colander, drain the oil, sprinkle with an appropriate amount of salt and mix well before serving.
Recommended recipe 2: Braised pork head
With its unique aroma and salty taste, braised pork head meat has an extraordinary position among old wine friends. This dish is soft and glutinous, fat but not greasy, making it an excellent choice for sake.
Main ingredients: pork head meat, brine packet, light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, cooking wine
Here's how:
Clean the pork head and cut it into palatable cubes.
Add water to the pot, add the brine packet and pork head, and add light soy sauce, dark soy sauce and cooking wine to enhance the flavor.
Bring to a boil over high heat, reduce the heat to low and simmer for about two hours until the meat is soft and glutinous.
Remove the pieces of meat, slice and serve, adjusting the salt to your taste.
Recommended Recipe 3: Fat sausage
The fat sausage is a home-cooked dish with both color and flavor, and the softness of the fat sausage and the fresh aroma of the chili pepper make it the star of the wine table. The spicy and pungent flavor is especially good for drinking.
Main ingredients: fat sausage, chili, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, cooking wine
Here's how:
Clean the fat intestine and cut it into sections.
Add oil to the pan and sauté the minced ginger, garlic and chili pepper until fragrant.
Add the fat sausage and stir-fry quickly, add soy sauce and cooking wine to taste.
Stir-fry quickly until the oil comes out, and the color is beautiful.
Recommended recipe 4: Pat cucumbers
Patting cucumber is a simple cold dish, refreshing and delicious, with its unique crisp taste and vinegar sourness, it has become a perfect match for relieving greasy and freshness.
Main ingredients: cucumber, garlic, chili, vinegar, salt
Here's how:
Wash the cucumber, gently crush it with the back of a knife and cut it into pieces.
Finely chop the garlic and pepper and place with the cucumber cubes.
Sprinkle with an appropriate amount of salt and pour in a small amount of vinegar, mix well and let it taste for a while.
Adjust the amount of minced garlic and chili pepper to taste, mix well and enjoy.
These four "older generation" appetizers are not only affordable, but also delicious, and they can enrich your table and fill ordinary gatherings with aftertaste and laughter.