Chinese
Chinese - Anhui Hui Cuisine
Stinky Mandarin Fish
Chef's Menu Description
A distinguished culinary classic crafted with authentic techniques and finest ingredients, offering rich depth of flavour and elegant presentation.
Ingredients
- • 1 mandarin fish (600g), cleaned
- • 2 tbsp salt
- • 1 tbsp doubanjiang
- • 2 tbsp Shaoxing wine
- • 3 slices fresh ginger
- • 3 cloves garlic, sliced
- • 1 tbsp sugar
- • 250ml chicken stock
- • Vegetable oil for frying
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Rub the fish inside and out with salt and refrigerate 48 hours.
2
Phase 2
Rinse the fish well and pat completely dry.
3
Phase 3
Fry the fish in oil until golden on both sides, then set aside.
4
Phase 4
Stir-fry the doubanjiang, ginger, and garlic until fragrant.
5
Phase 5
Return the fish, add Shaoxing wine, sugar, and stock; simmer 15 minutes.
6
Phase 6
Spoon the sauce over the fish until glossy, then serve hot.