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Fish with Chili Bean Sauce

Savor Fish with Chili Bean Sauce for a Flavorful Feast

Experience the rich flavors of Fish with Chili Bean Sauce, a quick and festive dish perfect for any celebration.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 1 whole tilapia or sea bass or any firm white fish like cod or haddock
  • 1 teaspoon salt essential for seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine or dry sherry
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons chili bean paste (Doubanjiang) or spicy miso or sriracha if needed
  • 2 tablespoons light soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce omit for a lighter sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Chinese black vinegar or balsamic or rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sugar or honey or maple syrup
  • 3 tablespoons water
For the Aromatics
  • 2 tablespoons cooking oil can use canola or vegetable oil
  • 3 stalks green onions or scallions or leeks
  • 3 cloves garlic fresh garlic is best
  • 1 inch ginger fresh preferred; ground ginger is an option
  • 2 pieces dried chilies adjust according to taste or swap for fresh chili

Equipment

  • Steamer
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Non-stick pan
  • Heatproof plate

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the chili bean paste, light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, Chinese black vinegar, sugar, and water. Whisk them together until well blended, creating a smooth sauce. Set aside.
  2. Rinse the whole fish under cold water and pat it dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt, then pour the Shaoxing wine over it. Marinate for about 15 minutes.
  3. Place the marinated fish on a heatproof plate that fits into a steamer. Steam over high heat for 5 to 10 minutes until the flesh flakes easily.
  4. In a non-stick pan, heat cooking oil over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic, sliced ginger, chopped green onions, and dried chilies. Stir-fry for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Pour the prepared chili bean sauce into the pan with the aromatics. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until thickened.
  6. Transfer the steamed fish to a serving platter and pour the aromatic chili bean sauce over it. Garnish with additional choped green onions and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 720mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

This dish symbolizes abundance, making it perfect for celebrations. Pair with jasmine rice for a complete experience.

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