HOW TO MAKE THE BEST GA SHITO- BLACK PEPPER SAUCE

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu provides a plant-based protein option, while canned tuna is more affordable.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier due to its monounsaturated fats, while canola is often less expensive.

curry powder

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: paprika

Turmeric offers health benefits and is often cheaper than specialty curry blends.

bay leaves

💰Cheaper: dried oregano

Dried oregano can be a more accessible herb with a similar flavor profile.

Heat leftover oil in a large pot

Add more vegetable oil for frying fish

Fry fish until crunchy but not burnt

Tear fish apart and remove bones

Blend onion, ginger, and dried chili together

Pour oil into the pot and add blended mixture

Stir the mixture every 5-10 minutes on medium heat for about 45 minutes

Add blended dried herrings and shrimps to the pot

Cook for an additional 30 minutes, stirring frequently

Add the flavored oil from frying fish to the mixture

Add seasoning cubes and salt to taste

Stir until the desired black color is achieved

Add the fried fish back into the mixture

Cook until ready, then serve with Kink or other preferred dishes

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