Smoked mackerel

Method

1. 01

   Step 1

   Wash the mackerel thoroughly and cut it into 2 cm thick slices. It's best to freeze it slightly before cutting. After thawing, remove the intestines and wash it thoroughly.

   

2. 02

   Step 2

   The clean appearance

   

3. 03

   Step 3

   Add ginger, scallions, garlic, and cooking wine, mix well, and marinate overnight.

   

4. 04

   Step 4

   The next day, take the raw mackerel, wipe it dry, and set it aside.

   

5. 05

   Step 5

   Heat oil in a pan until it's very hot. Add the mackerel and do not stir, otherwise the fish will break apart. High oil temperature helps the fish retain its shape.

   

6. 06

   Step 6

   Gently pry the fish pieces with chopsticks to move them, then flip them over and continue frying.

   

7. 07

   Step 7

   Fry until golden brown on both sides, then remove and drain excess oil.

   

8. 08

   Step 8

   Prepare the ingredients for frying the fish: scallions, ginger, garlic, sugar, salt, light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, and oyster sauce.

   

9. 09

   Step 9

   Heat oil in a new pan, add chopped scallions, ginger, and garlic, and sauté until fragrant.

   

10. 10

    Step 10

    Add boiling water to the pot, enough to cover the fish.

    

11. 11

    Step 11

    Boil water and add five-spice powder

    

12. 12

    Step 12

    Add light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sugar, adjusting to individual taste.

    

13. 13

    Step 13

    Season the mackerel, pour it into the drained oil, and bring to a boil.

    

14. 14

    Step 14

    Add salt and chicken bouillon to taste before reducing the sauce.

    

15. 15

    Step 15

    Arrange the cooked ingredients on a plate and garnish with dried osmanthus flowers.

    

16. 16

    Step 16

    It was so delicious!