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Steamed Fish Head with Fermented Soybean Paste

Steamed Fish Head with Fermented Soybean Paste

A whole fish head steams under a blanket of savory fermented soybean paste, which melts into the gelatinous, tender flesh. Intensely aromatic and meaty, it is a southern classic best fought over chopstick by chopstick.

Instructions

  1. 1
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    Let the seller cut the fish head into small pieces and clean it thoroughly, then wash it again at home.

  2. 2
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    Chop the ginger and garlic finely, then mix with soybean paste, oil, and cooking wine.

  3. 3
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    Pour the seasoning into the fish head.

  4. 4
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    Mix thoroughly.

  5. 5
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    Place it in the steaming tray and marinate for ten minutes to let the flavor soak in.

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    After the water boils, put it in the pot and steam for 10 minutes.

  7. 7
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    Sprinkle chopped green onions on top before taking it off the heat.

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Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • Bighead carp head
    一边(半只)

Auxiliary Ingredients

  • Ginger
    1 piece
  • Garlic
    1 grain

Seasonings

  • Soybean paste
    1 匙
  • oil
    to taste
  • cooking wine
    半匙