Q: Can I use a different type of fish for this recipe?
A: Yes, you can substitute with other firm white fish, but Norwegian Arctic cod is recommended for its texture and flavor.
Q: Is it necessary to use both tomato sauce and soy sauce?
A: Yes, the combination of tomato sauce and soy sauce creates a unique flavor profile essential for this dish.
Q: Can I make this dish without cornstarch?
A: Cornstarch is used to give the fish a crispy texture. If omitted, the texture will be different, but the dish will still be tasty.
Kung Pao Norwegian Arctic Cod Rice Bowl
Notes
Ingredients:
- Norwegian Arctic Cod: 2 pieces
- Salt: a pinch
- Cooked Rice: 1 bowl
- Carrot: ½
- Cucumber: ½
- Soy Sauce: 1 tablespoon
- Tomato Sauce: 1 tablespoon
- Cornstarch: as needed
- Prepare the ingredients as shown.
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, tomato sauce, a pinch of salt, and a little water. Set aside.
- Thaw the cod, pat dry, and cut into small pieces.
- Coat the cod pieces with cornstarch and pan-fry over low heat until lightly golden on both sides. Set aside.
- In another pan, sauté chopped green onions.
- Add diced carrots and stir-fry briefly.
- Add diced cucumber and continue to stir-fry until evenly cooked.
- Add the cod pieces and the prepared sauce.
- Simmer until the sauce thickens.
- Plate and serve with rice.
- Showcase the final dish.
- Enjoy the sweet and sour flavor, perfect with rice.
- Nutritious and delicious, a favorite among children.
- High in protein from the cod.
- Rich in vitamins from the vegetables.
- Complex carbohydrates from the rice provide energy.
- A balanced meal with a good mix of protein, vegetables, and carbs.
