A classic dish that can become a banquet in the Year of the Dragon - "Squirrel Fish in the Year of the Dragon", this is a famous Jiangnan dish with a long history, originated in the Qianlong period, and occupies an important position in Suzhou cuisine.
Below, let's take a look at the production process and practice of this "Year of the Dragon Squirrel Fish".
To make this dish, you need to prepare the following ingredients:
Fish: Cut the carp in half and cut it with a knife on the fish.
Starch: Apply evenly to the fish.
Salt, sugar, vinegar, tomato paste, cooking wine: these are all condiments that can make the fish more flavorful.
Green onion, ginger, garlic: as an auxiliary seasoning.
Cooking oil: used to fry fish.
Here's how:
1.On top of the processed fish, cut it into a cross knife along both sides of the fish, taking care not to cut the meat.
2.Apply the starch evenly to the fish so that it will be crispier when frying.
3.Pour an appropriate amount of cooking oil into a frying pan, heat it and fry the starched fish in the pan until golden brown on both sides. Place the fried fish on a plate and set aside.
4.In another pot, add green onions, ginger and garlic and stir-fry until fragrant, then add salt, sugar, vinegar, tomato paste and cooking wine, and cook until the soup is thick.
5.Pour the cooked sauce evenly over the fried fish. Sprinkle chopped green onions over the fish and the dish is complete.
You see, this "Year of the Dragon Squirrel Fish" is not only beautiful in appearance, but also means auspiciousness and sacredness, symbolizing reunion and auspiciousness. When you taste this dish, its crispy texture and delicious flavor are so memorable that you can't help but want to keep eating.
Overall, the "Year of the Dragon Squirrel Fish" is a delicious dish and a must-have dish at the Year of the Dragon feast. The process of making it is not complicated, you only need to prepare some basic ingredients and condiments to make a dish that is full of color and flavor. Therefore, I am sure you will enjoy this dish and try it for your family and friends during the Chinese New Year.
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