How to make Sichuan chopped pepper fish head?

Chopped pepper fish head is one of the most common delicacies. There are many ways to cook it, and the methods vary from region to region. However, the one from Sichuan is more authentic. Many people feel that the chopped pepper fish head they make at home is not as delicious as the one they buy outside. In fact, the preparation of chopped pepper fish head is very particular, especially the chopping pepper. The following is the method of Sichuan chopped pepper fish head.

Before making the delicious chopped pepper fish head, first prepare about 500 grams of Hualien fish head and cut it from the back but do not cut it off. Then turn the fish head over and make some cuts on it, then chop the fish head a few times with a knife to make it easier for it to absorb the flavor.

The method of making chopped pepper fish head is simple and easy to learn, and super delicious

Next, prepare a piece of ginger, flatten it, cut it into ginger powder and place it on the fish head. Then tie the green onions into a knot and rub it a few times, and spread the green onion juice on the fish head. Then pour in 8 grams of cooking wine and spread it evenly with your hands, then set the fish head aside and marinate for five minutes to allow it to absorb the flavor.

The method of making chopped pepper fish head is simple and easy to learn, and super delicious

While marinating the fish head, prepare a few garlic cloves, flatten them, cut them into minced garlic and put them into a small bowl. Then flatten a piece of ginger, cut it into minced ginger and put it into the small bowl. Then prepare five grams of millet pepper, cut it into pieces and put it into the bowl.

At this time, take a clean large round plate, put the scallion knots and minced ginger on the plate, then put the marinated fish head on the plate, then apply about 20 grams of steamed fish soy sauce on the fish head and spread it evenly.

The method of making chopped pepper fish head is simple and easy to learn, and super delicious

Next, prepare a clean pot, pour a little cooking oil into the pot and bring to a boil over high heat. When the oil temperature rises, pour in chopped onion and garlic and stir-fry until fragrant. After the aroma comes out, pour the chopped pepper into the pan and stir-fry for a while. Then add 2 grams of chicken powder, pepper powder, 3 grams of white sugar, and 5 grams of steamed fish soy sauce and stir-fry evenly. Then take the pot out of the heat and pour it over the arranged fish head.

The method of making chopped pepper fish head is simple and easy to learn, and super delicious

Next, prepare a steamer, pour a little water into the steamer and bring to a boil over high heat. After the water starts to steam, put the fish head into the pot and cover the pot with a lid and steam for about ten minutes. After ten minutes, take out the fish and sprinkle with a layer of chopped green onions. At this time, take another pot, pour a little cooking oil into it and bring it to a boil over high heat. When the oil is 70% hot, pour the hot oil on the fish head. The simple and delicious chopped pepper fish head is ready.

Warm Tips: It is most delicious to choose silver carp head to make chopped pepper fish head, and you must use fresh live fish head.

Method 1

Ingredients

1 bighead carp head, appropriate amount of chopped pepper, 1 tablespoon of strong liquor, a little pepper, 1 tablespoon of cooking wine, 1 tablespoon of steamed fish soy sauce, appropriate amount of oil, salt, ginger, and green onion.

practice

1. Wash the fish head, cut it in the middle of the fish lips, and make a few slanted cuts in the thicker part of the fish meat under the fish head.

2. Sprinkle cooking wine, pepper and salt on the fish head, spread evenly, and marinate for about 20 minutes.

3. Pour the high-proof liquor into the chopped pepper, mix well and set aside.

4. Pour a little oil on the surface of the marinated fish head and spread it evenly.

5. Slice the ginger and cut the green onion into sections and spread them on the bottom of the bowl.

6. Add the processed fish head.

7. Then spread the chopped pepper in step 3 on the fish head.

8. Pour appropriate amount of water into the steamer, bring it to a boil, then put the fish head in, cover it, and steam it over high heat for about 10 minutes.

9. Take out the steamed fish head, pour out the excess soup in the bowl, sprinkle with chopped green onion, pour in steamed fish soy sauce, then heat a proper amount of oil and pour it on top.

Method 2

Ingredients

1 fish head, 1 teaspoon of salt, half a scallion, 2 small pieces of ginger, some cooking wine, a little water starch, 1 handful of chopped pepper, and 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil.

practice

Fish head with chopped pepper

Fish head with chopped pepper

1. Wash the fish head, cut it in half, and use a knife to make two cuts on the fish meat.

2. Spread salt evenly on the fish head, place shredded ginger on top and bottom, pour cooking wine and vegetable oil on it and marinate for about 10 minutes.

3. Place appropriate amount of chopped pepper on the fish head.

4. After the water boils, steam the vegetables for 12 minutes, then steam them for another 3 minutes until cooked.

5. Steaming fish will produce extra juice, return the juice to the pan and cook again.

6. Add a little water starch to thicken, dry it a little, and pour it back on the fish head; then drizzle a little scallion oil to enhance the flavor.

7. Add chopped green onions and serve.

Method 3

Ingredients

1 fish head, 10g chopped green onion, 300g ginger, 150g shallot, some chopped pepper, some oyster sauce, some steamed fish soy sauce, and 150g beer.

practice

1. Remove the scales from the fish head, break it open evenly from the back, remove the gills and black film, cut it into half-moon-shaped pieces and wash it. Soak the ginger, green onions and fish head in water for 15 minutes.

2. Place the fish head with the reverse side facing up on a plate, apply oyster sauce, MSG, beer, and then add chopped pepper.

3. Turn the fish head over with the reverse side facing down, apply the above seasonings evenly, pour in steamed fish soy sauce, and steam it in the steamer.

4. Sprinkle with chopped green onions, pour hot oil on, and wipe the edges of the plate clean.

Method 4

Ingredients

Fish head, onion, ginger, garlic, chopped pepper, salt, sugar, light soy sauce, chicken fat, lard, pepper, chili oil, and Sichuan pepper oil.

practice

1. Split the fish head from the top, wash it and place it on a plate; chop the green onion, ginger and garlic and set aside.

2. Heat oil in a pan, add chopped pepper and stir-fry.

3. Add chopped onion, ginger and garlic and stir-fry until fragrant. Add sugar, soy sauce and pepper to taste.

4. Spread the fried ingredients on the fish head, start timing after the water boils, and serve after about ten minutes. Heat the pepper oil and chili oil, pour it on the fish head and add coriander.

Method 5

Ingredients

700g fish head, 1 scallion, 1 piece of ginger, 1 head of garlic, 2 tablespoons of chopped pepper, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, 1 tablespoon of steamed fish soy sauce, 1/2 teaspoon of chicken essence.

practice

1. Rub the fish head with salt, rinse off the salt water, sprinkle 1 teaspoon of pepper, and marinate in steamed fish soy sauce for ten minutes.

2. Chop pepper and garlic, and cut green onion and ginger into shreds and place them on the bottom of the plate.

3. Heat the oil, add the chopped pepper and minced garlic, stir-fry, add chicken essence and set aside.

4. Place chopped pepper on the fish head, bring water to a boil, and steam for 10 minutes.

5. Heat the oil, pour it over the fish and sprinkle with chopped green onions for garnish.

Method 6

Ingredients

1 fish head, appropriate amount of salt, cooking wine, minced ginger, minced garlic, chopped pepper, and oil.

practice

1. Wash the fish head first and marinate it with salt and cooking wine for 30 minutes.

2. After the fish head is marinated, rinse it and place it on a plate. Sprinkle it with minced ginger and garlic, and then cover it with a layer of chopped pepper.

3. Take a steamer, add water and bring to a boil, put the fish head into the pot, steam for 10 minutes, and finally pour the hot oil on it.

Method 7

Ingredients

Fish head, pickled pepper, scallion, steamed fish soy sauce, cooking wine, Sichuan pepper powder, black pepper powder, ginger slices, salt, and white sugar.

practice

Steps for making chopped pepper fish head

Steps for making chopped pepper fish head (5 photos)

1. Wash the fish head, apply some salt and set aside; chop the pickled pepper and set aside.

2. Pour the auxiliary ingredients into a small bowl, mix well, and evenly spread them on the front and back of the fish head. Place the ginger slices and scallion segments on top.

3. Chop ginger and garlic, heat the pan and oil, pour in the chopped ginger and garlic, stir-fry until fragrant.

4. Then pour in the chopped pickled pepper, add a little sugar and salt, and stir-fry slowly over medium heat until the aroma of the chopped pepper comes out.

5. Then pour the prepared chopped pepper sauce on the fish head, spread the chopped pepper on the surface of the fish head, then put it into the pot and steam it for about 15-20 minutes before serving.