Dry-fried halibut

Method

1. 01

   Step 1

   Use a slightly larger amount of scallions, ginger, and garlic; simply smash the garlic cloves with a knife.

   

2. 02

   Step 2

   Marinate the fish pieces with salt and ground black pepper for one hour to allow the flavors to meld.

   

3. 03

   Step 3

   Coat the fish pieces evenly with a layer of dry powder.

   

4. 04

   Step 4

   Pan-fry the fish pieces until both sides are slightly browned, then remove them from the pan.

   

5. 05

   Step 5

   Leave some oil in the pan, then stir-fry the Sichuan peppercorns and star anise until fragrant.

   

6. 06

   Step 6

   Add the high-proof liquor in sequence, starting with two tablespoons.

   

7. 07

   Step 7

   Dark soy sauce

   

8. 08

   Step 8

   Light soy sauce

   

9. 09

   Step 9

   Rice vinegar

   

10. 10

    Step 10

    Add white sugar

    

11. 11

    Step 11

    Add about one cup of water and bring to a boil.

    

12. 12

    Step 12

    Place the fish in the pot, then sprinkle with chopped green onions.

    

13. 13

    Step 13

    Drizzle a tablespoon of white wine over the fish, bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to medium-low heat and simmer until the sauce thickens. Turn the fish over once halfway through cooking to help it absorb the flavors.

    

14. 14

    Step 14

    The fragrant braised halibut is ready, it goes perfectly with rice.

    

15. 15

    Step 15

    Here's another picture of the finished product.