Braised Mackerel

Method

1. 01

   Step 1

   Marinate the mackerel in cooking wine beforehand to remove the fishy smell, and then pat the marinated mackerel dry with kitchen paper.

   

2. 02

   Step 2

   Chop the scallions, ginger, and garlic. Mix 1 tablespoon of cooking wine, 2 tablespoons of aged vinegar, 2 tablespoons of light soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of dark soy sauce, 2 tablespoons of sugar, and a pinch of salt to make a sauce.

   

3. 03

   Step 3

   Roll the mackerel in starch to coat it with a layer of starch.

   

4. 04

   Step 4

   Heat oil in a pan, add fish pieces and fry until golden brown on both sides.

   

5. 05

   Step 5

   Add the sauce and all ingredients except garlic to the fish, then add hot water to cover the fish. Bring to a boil over high heat, then simmer over low heat for 20 minutes.

   

6. 06

   Step 6

   Add sliced ​​garlic and simmer for another 20 minutes, or until the sauce thickens.

   

7. 07

   Step 7

   The broth doesn't need to be reduced too much.

   

8. 08

   Step 8

   Mackerel tastes better this way.