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Fish with Chili Bean Sauce

Delicious Fish with Chili Bean Sauce in 15 Minutes Flat

This Fish with Chili Bean Sauce is a quick, flavorful dish that embodies abundance and togetherness.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 1 whole Fish (tilapia or sea bass) Substitute with other white fish if desired.
  • to taste Salt Enhances flavor of the fish.
  • 2 tbsp Shaoxing Wine For marinating; substitute with dry sherry if needed.
For the Sauce
  • 1 tbsp Cooking Oil Any neutral oil will work.
  • 2 stalks Green Onions Can replace with scallions.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Use fresh garlic for best flavor.
  • 2 pieces Dried Chilies Adjust quantity for spice preference.
  • 1 inches Ginger Freshly sliced ginger is recommended.
  • 2 tbsp Chili Bean Paste (Doubanjiang) Primary flavoring, skip for a milder flavor.
  • 2 tbsp Light Soy Sauce Replace with low-sodium soy if necessary.
  • 1 tbsp Dark Soy Sauce Can use extra light soy for less rich color.
  • 1 tbsp Black Vinegar Substitute with rice vinegar for a milder flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Sugar Use maple syrup as a substitute if needed.
  • 100 ml Water Adjusts sauce consistency.

Equipment

  • Steamer Basket
  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a bowl, combine chili bean paste, light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, black vinegar, sugar, and water. Whisk together until smooth.
  2. Gently pat your whole fish dry and season generously with salt and pour Shaoxing wine over the fish. Let marinate for about 15 minutes.
  3. Prepare a steamer basket and place the marinated fish inside. Steam over high heat for 5-10 minutes until opaque and flaky.
  4. Heat a tablespoon of cooking oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic, ginger, chopped green onions, and dried chilies, stirring until fragrant.
  5. Pour the prepared sauce mixture into the skillet with the aromatics. Allow it to simmer for 2-3 minutes until it thickens.
  6. Carefully transfer the cooked fish to a serving plate and pour the sauce over the top. Garnish with additional green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure the fish is thoroughly patted dry before marinating. Adjust spice levels based on family preferences.

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