STEAMED FISH WITH BLACK BEAN SAUCE | CH SECRET RECIPES

black bean sauce

🥗Healthier: miso paste

💰Cheaper: soy sauce

Miso paste offers a similar umami flavor while being lower in sodium.

whole fish

🥗Healthier: fillets

💰Cheaper: frozen fish

Fillets are easier to prepare and frozen options are often more affordable.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil provides a healthier fat option, while vegetable oil is budget-friendly.

fresh ginger

🥗Healthier: ground ginger

💰Cheaper: ginger paste

Ground ginger is convenient and has a long shelf life.

Wash and drain the fish head.

In a bowl, marinate the fish with soy sauce, cornstarch, and cooking wine. Mix well and set aside for at least 30 minutes.

Chop the ginger and garlic into small pieces.

Arrange the marinated fish head into a steaming plate.

In a frying pan, heat oil and sauté the minced ginger and garlic until fragrant.

Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, and the black bean to the pan.

Add 2 tbsp of water, stir constantly for 2 minutes, then remove from heat.

Spread the sauce over the fish head.

Steam the fish for 10-15 minutes.

After steaming, boil some oil, add spring onion, then pour the hot oil over the spring onions.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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