Braised Snapper Su
Chinese Chinese - Jiangsu Su Cuisine

Braised Snapper Su

Est. Time: 35-45 min  •  6 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

  • • 600g snapper, gutted
  • • 3 tbsp Shaoxing wine
  • • 2 tbsp light soy sauce
  • • 1 tbsp dark soy sauce
  • • 1 tbsp rock sugar
  • • 3 slices ginger
  • • 2 spring onions
  • • 300ml fish stock

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Score both sides of the snapper with diagonal cuts.

2
Phase 2

Fry the fish in hot oil until the skin crisps on both sides.

3
Phase 3

Add ginger, spring onions, Shaoxing wine, and both soy sauces.

4
Phase 4

Add rock sugar and stock, then simmer gently for 15 minutes.

5
Phase 5

Spoon the cooking liquid continuously over the fish.

6
Phase 6

Lift out gently and glaze with the reduced sauce.