Chinese
Chinese - Hunan Xiang Cuisine
Hunan Steamed Fish Head
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 large fish head (about 800g)
- • 1 tsp salt
- • 3 tbsp chopped pickled chilies
- • 2 tbsp doubanjiang
- • 3 slices fresh ginger
- • 3 cloves garlic, minced
- • 2 spring onions, chopped
- • 2 tbsp cooking oil
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Clean the fish head and rub with salt, letting it rest for 10 minutes.
2
Phase 2
Mix the pickled chilies, doubanjiang, ginger, and garlic into a paste.
3
Phase 3
Spread the paste evenly over the fish head.
4
Phase 4
Steam the fish head over boiling water for 12-15 minutes until opaque.
5
Phase 5
Heat the cooking oil until smoking and pour it over the fish head.
6
Phase 6
Scatter with spring onions and serve steaming hot.