Braised Fish Tail

Method

1. 01

   Step 1

   Wash the fish tail and cut it as shown in the picture. Cutting it this way will make it easier for the flavors to penetrate and will also shorten the cooking time.

   

2. 02

   Step 2

   Heat the pan and pour in some peanut oil.

   

3. 03

   Step 3

   When the oil is about 80% hot (you can see a little bit of smoke on the pan; mine is a smokeless pan, so it's not very noticeable), add the fish tail and fry until golden brown on both sides.

   

4. 04

   Step 4

   Add cooking wine, Sichuan peppercorns, green chilies, and ginger. Add hot water and soy sauce. Cover and bring to a boil over high heat for 10 minutes. Cover and simmer over low heat for 30 minutes.

   

5. 05

   Step 5

   Add soy sauce and salt, reduce the sauce over high heat until thickened, garnish with chopped scallions, and serve.