Changzhou - Braised Fish Head with Tofu

Method

1. 01

   Step 1

   Cut the tofu into cubes and wash the fish head thoroughly.

   

2. 02

   Step 2

   Heat oil in a wok, add ginger and dried chili peppers.

   

3. 03

   Step 3

   Stir-fry ginger and dried chili peppers evenly until fragrant.

   

4. 04

   Step 4

   After sautéing until fragrant, add the fish head.

   

5. 05

   Step 5

   Pan-fry the fish head until golden brown on both sides.

   

6. 06

   Step 6

   Pour in cooking wine

   

7. 07

   Step 7

   Then pour in boiling water, enough to cover two-thirds of the fish head.

   

8. 08

   Step 8

   Add dark soy sauce, salt, and sugar, stir well, and bring to a boil over high heat.

   

9. 09

   Step 9

   Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat and simmer 8 minutes. Add tofu and continue cooking over high heat.

   

10. 10

    Step 10

    Cook until the tofu is colored and flavorful, then add garlic sprouts, stir well, reduce the sauce until thickened, and it's ready to serve.

    

11. 11

    Step 11

    Served on a plate