Recipe ｜Spicy Fish with Sichuan Peppercorns (花椒鱼)

Recipe ｜Spicy Fish with Sichuan Peppercorns (花椒鱼)

Introduction:

Spicy fish with Sichuan peppercorns is a classic Sichuan dish renowned for its麻辣鲜香 (ma la xiang yan) flavor profile. This dish features tender fish fillets as the main ingredient, cooked with Sichuan peppercorns, chili peppers, and other spices. It embodies the characteristics of numbing spiciness, intense aroma, and freshness.

Ingredients:

  • 1 pound fish fillets (bass, carp, grass carp, etc.)
  • 2 tablespoons Sichuan peppercorns
  • 2 tablespoons chili peppers
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
  • 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon cooking wine
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons oil

Instructions:

  1. Clean the fish fillets by removing the scales and gills, then slice them.
  2. Roast the Sichuan peppercorns and chili peppers until fragrant, then grind them into a powder.
  3. In a bowl, marinate the fish fillets with cooking wine, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, salt, black pepper, and the Sichuan peppercorn-chili powder for 15 minutes.
  4. Heat oil in a wok or large skillet over medium heat, stir-fry the ginger and garlic until fragrant.
  5. Add the marinated fish fillets and stir-fry until the fish changes color.
  6. Add an appropriate amount of water, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
  7. Thicken the sauce and serve.

Tips:

  • Adjust the amount of Sichuan peppercorns and chili peppers based on your personal preference.
  • Do not marinate the fish fillets for too long to avoid affecting the口感 (kou gan) or texture.
  • Pay attention to controlling the heat when simmering to prevent the fish from overcooking.

Nutritional Information:

Spicy fish with Sichuan peppercorns is rich in protein, vitamins, and minerals, and it possesses the功效 (gong xiao) or health benefits of invigorating the spleen and stomach, eliminating dampness and relieving itching, and reducing swelling and relieving pain.

Conclusion:

Spicy fish with Sichuan peppercorns is a delectable and nutritious dish that is perfect for family gatherings or entertaining guests.

 

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