Braised Fish Hakka
Chinese Chinese - Hakka and Teochew

Braised Fish Hakka

Est. Time: 20-30 min  •  5 Preparation Steps

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 whole carp or snapper, about 800g, cleaned
  • • 100g salted mustard greens (kam choy), sliced
  • • 4 slices ginger
  • • 3 cloves garlic, smashed
  • • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • • 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine
  • • 1 tsp sugar
  • • 300ml water

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Score the fish and pat dry.

2
Phase 2

Fry the fish on both sides until golden; set aside.

3
Phase 3

Saute the ginger, garlic, and greens briefly.

4
Phase 4

Return the fish with soy, wine, sugar, and water; simmer 12 minutes.

5
Phase 5

Spoon the sauce over the fish and serve hot.