Ingredients for Braised Fish
– Fish fillet: 500g
– Vegetables: 1 knob of ginger, 1 turmeric root, 2 chili peppers, 2 shallots, 10g dill, 10g green peppercorns, 2-3 spring onions
– Spices: Molasses, sugar, fish sauce, ground pepper
– White wine: 300ml
A Simple Yet Delicious Braised Fish Recipe
– Step 1: Prepare the Fish
To save time, ask your fishmonger to gut and clean the fish, or buy it pre-prepared from the supermarket. At home, simply rinse the fish with white wine and water to eliminate any fishy odor. Don’t forget to remove the black membrane from the belly, as it’s the main source of that unwanted fishy smell.
– Step 2: Marinate the Fish
First, peel and finely chop the shallots, ginger, and turmeric. Trim and slice the spring onions and dill. Rinse the green peppercorns and leave them whole. Rinse and slice the chili peppers.
Next, make a syrup by adding 2 tablespoons of sugar and 2 tablespoons of water to a pot. Simmer over low heat until the sugar dissolves and the mixture turns a caramel color. There’s no need to stir; simply swirl the pot gently.
Now, add the fish to the pot along with the ginger, turmeric, chili, spring onion tops, green peppercorns, 1 tablespoon of fish sauce, and 1/2 tablespoon of ground pepper. Mix well and let the fish marinate for 20-30 minutes.
– Step 3: Braise the Fish
Place the marinated fish on the stove over medium heat and cook for about 5 minutes. Remember to turn the fish once during this time so that both sides cook evenly. Then, add about 300ml of boiling water, just enough to barely cover the fish. Reduce the heat, cover, and braise for 20 minutes.
During the braising process, gently turn the fish to ensure even flavor absorption. If the liquid in the pot reduces too much, feel free to add a little hot water. After 25-30 minutes of braising, taste and adjust the seasoning with fish sauce if needed. Then, turn off the heat and serve the fish on a plate, garnished with dill.
With this simple recipe, you’ll find that braising fish doesn’t have to be a time-consuming affair. So, the next time you buy fish, give this method a try—you won’t be disappointed!
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