Crispy Fish with Yellow Croaker

Method

1. 01

   Step 1

   Ingredients needed: 500 small yellow croaker

   

2. 02

   Step 2

   First, remove the head and internal organs of the small yellow croaker, wash it clean, marinate 10 with salt for 5 minutes, and then add a small amount of flour and mix well.

   

3. 03

   Step 3

   Add an appropriate amount of Yuhuang Youzi U-flavored peanut oil to the pot.

   

4. 04

   Step 4

   Heat the oil and add the small yellow croakers. Fry until golden brown and remove.

   

5. 05

   Step 5

   When the oil temperature rises again, add the small yellow croaker for a second fry.

   

6. 06

   Step 6

   In a separate pot, add an appropriate amount of water, soy sauce, vinegar, salt, Sichuan peppercorns, star anise, bay leaves, dried chili peppers, rock sugar, and ginger.

   

7. 07

   Step 7

   Bring to a boil over high heat, then simmer for 15 minutes to fully release the five-spice powder. Add the fried small yellow croaker at this point.

   

8. 08

   Step 8

   Cook until the sauce thickens.