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Fish with Chili Bean Sauce

Delicious Fish with Chili Bean Sauce for a Quick Asian Meal

Experience the quick and flavorful Fish with Chili Bean Sauce, a delightful Asian dish perfect for dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 1 whole Fish (Tilapia or Sea Bass) Can substitute with cod or haddock
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for enhancing flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Shaoxing Wine Can replace with dry sherry
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Chili Bean Paste (Doubanjiang) Provides heat and flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Light Soy Sauce Tamari serves as gluten-free alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Dark Soy Sauce Omit for lighter flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Chinese Black Vinegar Balsamic or rice vinegar as substitutes
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar Honey or maple syrup can be alternatives
  • 2 tablespoons Water For diluting the sauce
For the Aromatics
  • 2 tablespoons Cooking Oil Canola or vegetable oil works
  • 2-3 Green Onions Scallions or leeks can be used
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Fresh preferred, ground ginger suitable
  • 2-3 Dried Chilies Adjust quantity for desired heat

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Steaming Rack
  • Non-stick pan
  • Serving Platter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of chili bean paste, 1 tablespoon of light soy sauce, 1 teaspoon of dark soy sauce, 2 tablespoons of Shaoxing wine, and 1 tablespoon of Chinese black vinegar. Add 1 teaspoon of sugar and 2 tablespoons of water. Whisk everything together until smooth, then set the sauce aside.
  2. Rinse the whole fish under cold water and pat it dry. Sprinkle salt inside and outside, then pour 2 tablespoons of Shaoxing wine over it and let marinate for 15 minutes.
  3. Place the marinated fish on a steamer plate. Fill a pot with water and bring it to a rolling boil. Steam the fish for about 8-12 minutes until opaque.
  4. In a non-stick pan, heat 2 tablespoons of cooking oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic, grated ginger, and chopped green onions. Sauté until fragrant.
  5. Pour the sauce into the pan with the sautéed aromatics. Simmer for about 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens, stirring occasionally.
  6. Transfer the steamed fish to a serving platter and pour the sauce over it. Garnish with additional sliced green onions and serve with jasmine rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure fish is fresh for the best flavor. Adjust steaming time based on the size of the fish.

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