Fried Fish in Fermented Black Bean Sauce | Fish in Tausi Sauce 煎鱼和豆豉酱

fermented black beans

🥗Healthier: miso paste

💰Cheaper: black bean sauce

Miso provides a similar umami flavor while being lower in sodium.

fish fillets

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: pollock

Tofu is a plant-based alternative, while pollock is often less expensive than other fish.

Rinse and pat dry the whole fish.

Heat oil in a pan for frying.

Dredge the fish in a cornstarch solution if desired.

Fry the fish in the hot oil until golden brown and cooked through.

Remove the fish and drain on paper towels.

In a separate bowl, mix together the garlic, red onion, ginger, chili, fermented black beans, water, mushroom granules, and brown sugar to create the sauce.

Pour the sauce into the pan and bring to a simmer, thickening with the cornstarch solution as needed.

Return the fried fish to the pan, gently tossing to coat with the sauce.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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