Braised ribbonfish

Method

1. 01

   Step 1

   Prepare the following ingredients: clean the ribbonfish and soak the wood ear mushrooms.

   

2. 02

   Step 2

   Take a container, pour in the washed ribbonfish, add cooking wine, ginger slices, green onions, Sichuan peppercorns, and a little salt. Marinate for half an hour, then discard the Sichuan peppercorns.

   

3. 03

   Step 3

   Heat oil in a wok, fry the ribbonfish until golden brown on both sides, then remove.

   

4. 04

   Step 4

   Leave some oil in the pan, add sugar and stir-fry until it caramelizes. Add star anise, scallions, ginger, garlic, a little water, and light soy sauce.

   

5. 05

   Step 5

   Add the ribbonfish and a few bay leaves, simmer over medium heat until the sauce thickens. Add a little vinegar, red bell pepper, and chili peppers, then a touch of dark soy sauce. Simmer until the sauce slowly melts, then turn up the heat slightly to reduce the sauce. Remove and discard the star anise and bay leaves. Serve on a plate and garnish with cilantro and chopped green onions!

   

6. 06

   Step 6

   Braised ribbonfish, done! Like if you enjoyed it, thank you!