Q: Can I replace yellow croaker with another fish in this recipe?
A: Yes, you can use similar white-fleshed fish, but the cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the fish.
Q: Is it necessary to use the brand “Tai Tai Le” for seasonings?
A: No, similar seasonings of any brand can be used as substitutes.
Q: What’s the key to cooking the fish without breaking it apart?
A: Gently fry the fish and avoid stirring it too much. Turning the pan instead of the fish helps keep it intact.
Red-Braised Yellow Croaker (红烧小黄鱼)
Notes
- 6 Yellow Croakers
- Ginger, Garlic, Sichuan Peppercorns - to taste
- 10g Peanut Oil
- 1 tbsp Tai Tai Le Ginger and Scallion Cooking Wine
- 1 tbsp Tai Tai Le Original Fresh Light Soy Sauce
- Sugar, White Pepper Powder - to taste
- A pinch of Tai Tai Le Chicken Essence
- Optional: Onion and Green Pepper
- Prepare the ingredients.
- Heat a pan and add a spoonful of peanut oil.
- When the oil is hot, add ginger, garlic, a few Sichuan peppercorns, and optionally, a bit of onion and green pepper.
- Gently add the yellow croakers and fry them slowly. As they are delicate, avoid stirring; rotate the pan instead.
- Add a suitable amount of Tai Tai Le Ginger and Scallion Cooking Wine.
- Add Tai Tai Le Original Fresh Light Soy Sauce.
- Add a bit of sugar and white pepper powder, then add enough water and bring to a boil over high heat.
- Cook for about 8 minutes, then season with a little Tai Tai Le Chicken Essence.
- Reduce the sauce and remove the pan from heat.
- Ready to serve – the fish should be tender and flavorful!
- High in protein and omega-3 fatty acids.
- Contains essential vitamins and minerals from fish.
- Low in carbohydrates.