Mr LIU thinks that since their restaurant's target customers are families, they would prefer a healthy balanced diet and so his colleagues are very eager to promote EatSmart dishes to all customers. Mr LIU explained, winter melon and Japanese white radish were used for the dish because of their compact texture. The creative arrangement of the two sauces symbolised the traditional Chinese philosophy, yin and yang. It is important not to overcook the winter melon and Japanese white radish, otherwise they will become soft and mushy.
Stir-fried Pork and Beef with Vegetables in Pumpkin and Spinach Sauces ("More Fruit & Vegetables" & "3 Less" Dishes) - A small pyramid is formed with Japanese white radish and winter melon cubes which is accompanied with beef and pork. The beef and pork are dressed with spinach sauce and pumpkin sauce respectively, each gives a distinct flavour.
Adjudicators' Comments -
Mr Dick LEE, former Commissioner of Police
"The dish has a distinct appearance which is well-thought out. The Ingredients – winter melon, Japanese white radish, pork and beef – have distinctive flavours."
The Hon Audrey EU, member of the Legislative Council
"The appearance is spectacular, both the pork and beef taste so good."
Mr LIU Siu-wai, the chief cook of New Star Seafood Restaurant, recalled that he needed to spend some time to get used to this new cooking style. Yet the customers are very receptive to the EatSmart dishes they offer. The restaurant now serves over a dozen EatSmart dishes such as bean curd with assorted vegetables, pumpkin pancake and mixed vegetables. They also serve assorted vegetables and mushrooms for hotpots.
