Braised Yellow Croaker

Method

1. 01

   Step 1

   Remove the scales and entrails from the yellow croaker and wash it clean.

   

2. 02

   Step 2

   Slice the shallots, ginger, and garlic; mince the pork fat.

   

3. 03

   Step 3

   Heat the oil in a wok, add the pork fat and render the oil.

   

4. 04

   Step 4

   Sauté shallots, ginger, garlic, and red chili peppers until fragrant.

   

5. 05

   Step 5

   Add soybean paste

   

6. 06

   Step 6

   Add water

   

7. 07

   Step 7

   Add yellow croaker

   

8. 08

   Step 8

   Add five-spice powder

   

9. 09

   Step 9

   Add light soy sauce

   

10. 10

    Step 10

    Add salt, bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to medium heat and simmer 30 minutes.

    

11. 11

    Step 11

    Chop the cilantro into sections and set aside.

    

12. 12

    Step 12

    After simmering the yellow croaker for half an hour, reduce the sauce until thickened.

    

13. 13

    Step 13

    Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.