How many calories are in Sea cucumber?
Sea cucumber has about 200 calories per serving based on the current ingredient list and serving size on this page.
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Sea cucumber
Sea cucumber is a dinner chinese recipe with 200 calories per serving, nutrition details, and step-by-step preparation guidance.
Calories
200 kcal
Total Time
60 min
Servings
1
Protein
35 g
Ingredients
- medium-sized dried sea cucumber1 piece
- 4-5 dried shiitake mushroomsAs needed
- pork belly, sliced2 oz
- inch ginger, sliced1 piece
- soy sauce2 tbsp
- oyster sauce1 tbsp
- chicken broth1 cup
Instructions
- 1
Step 1
Rehydrate dried sea cucumber by soaking it in water for several days, changing the water daily.
- 2
Step 2
Clean the rehydrated sea cucumber thoroughly.
- 3
Step 3
Braise the sea cucumber in a savory broth, often with ingredients like shiitake mushrooms, pork, and ginger.
- 4
Step 4
Simmer for at least 30-60 minutes until the sea cucumber is tender and has absorbed the flavors of the broth.
- 5
Step 5
Thicken the sauce with a cornstarch slurry before serving.
Nutrition Snapshot
Macros and micros at a glance
Calories
200
Protein
35g
Carbs
5g
Fat
3g
Fiber
0.5g
Micronutrients
Iron
2 mg
Zinc
1 mg
Sodium
1000 mg
Calcium
100 mg
Folate
15 mcg
Magnesium
40 mg
Potassium
200 mg
Vitamin C
1 mg
Vitamin A
10 mcg
Vitamin B12
0.5 mcg
Diet and Allergen Guide
Vegetarian
No
Vegan
No
Gluten Free
No
Dairy Free
No
Allergens
FishSoy
Meal Prep and Storage
Make it easier to prep ahead
Sea cucumber can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sea cucumber
Is Sea cucumber suitable for vegetarians?
No. Sea cucumber is not vegetarian as written because it includes pork belly, sliced.
Is Sea cucumber gluten-free?
Sea cucumber is not reliably gluten-free as written because it includes soy sauce. You can often adapt it with gluten-free swaps if needed.
Are there any allergen ingredients in Sea cucumber?
Yes. This recipe includes Fish and Soy. Always review ingredient labels if you are cooking for an allergy-sensitive household.
Can I make Sea cucumber ahead of time?
Sea cucumber can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.
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