When it comes to fish dumplings, do you also like me, with that unconscious smile on the corner of your mouth?This home-cooked dish is simple but exquisite, and every bite is a warm memory. Today, let's explore the secrets of fish dumplings and create a unique enjoyment of your own taste buds.
First of all, the selection of materials is the key. The choice of fish meat is particularly important, with fresh and less spiny fingerlings being preferred. For example, grass carp, carp or black fish have delicate flesh and are delicious. Wash the fish, remove the bones and skin, and gently pat it with the back of a knife to make the fish firmer.
Next, it's seasoning. Put the minced fish in a large bowl and add an appropriate amount of minced ginger and chopped green onion to increase the aroma. A moderate amount of salt, soy sauce and a little sugar can enhance the umami. Don't forget to add the right amount of starch to make the filling more tender. In addition, a little sesame oil can not only enhance the flavor, but also make the filling more lubricated. Remember, mix all the seasonings evenly into the fish so that every bite is the perfect blend of flavors.
Then, let's talk about the tips of "noodles". The dough should be soft and elastic in a soft and elastic manner. Add an appropriate amount of warm water to the flour and stir as you add until the surface of the dough is smooth, and the film can be pulled out by kneading it with your hands. Remember to make the dough more flexible and easy to handle.
Next comes the fun time of dumpling-making. Take a small piece of dough, roll it out into a pancake, add an appropriate amount of fish filling, and gently knead the edges. Everyone's style is different, so get creative and maybe you'll find a new way to make dumplings.
Finally, there are boiled dumplings. Bring water to a boil in a large pot and gently add the dumplings, remembering not to make the fire too large to avoid the dumplings breaking the skin. Once the dumplings are floating, add a bowl of cold water and bring to a boil again, repeating two to three times until the dumplings are fully cooked.
Look, a pot of hot fish dumplings is already out of the pot. At this time, you can choose a dipping sauce according to your taste, whether it is vinegar, chili oil, or garlic puree, which will enhance the taste of the dumplings.
Making fish dumplings may seem simple, but it requires care and patience. Every step is a meticulous care for the taste buds. In your free time, try your hand at making this dish and enjoy the fun and sense of accomplishment of making it. After all, food is not only a pleasure for the taste buds, but also a small blessing in life.