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Grandma’s Braised Fish Recipe

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Grandma’s Braised Fish is a flavorful and aromatic dish featuring tender white fish slowly cooked with a vibrant combination of garlic, ginger, and coriander in a rich sauce of oyster sauce, soy sauce, fish sauce, and sesame oil. This simple yet delicious recipe brings out the natural sweetness of the fish while infusing it with savory and slightly sweet notes, making it a perfect comforting meal.

Ingredients

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Fish

  • 2 pieces any white fish (I used red grouper) approximately 275g each

Vegetables and Herbs

  • 1/2 red onion, sliced
  • 1 bulb garlic, peeled
  • 1 inch ginger, sliced
  • 2 stalks coriander

Sauce

  • 2 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 2 tbsp light soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp fish sauce
  • 2 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 5 tbsp water

Instructions

  1. Prepare the ingredients: Slice the red onion, peel the garlic cloves, and slice the ginger. Rinse the coriander stalks and set aside. Have the fish pieces ready and pat them dry with paper towels.
  2. Make the sauce: In a small bowl, combine oyster sauce, light soy sauce, fish sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and water. Stir well until the sugar dissolves and the sauce is evenly mixed.
  3. Sauté aromatics: Heat a pan or skillet over medium heat and add a small amount of oil if needed. Add the sliced red onion, garlic bulbs, and ginger slices to the pan. Cook, stirring occasionally, until fragrant and the onions are slightly softened, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add the fish: Place the fish pieces gently on top of the sautéed aromatics in the pan. Pour the prepared sauce evenly over the fish.
  5. Braise the fish: Cover the pan with a lid, reduce the heat to low, and let the fish cook in the sauce for about 10-12 minutes, or until the fish is fully cooked and flakes easily with a fork. Occasionally spoon some sauce over the fish to keep it moist.
  6. Finish with coriander: Remove the lid and scatter the coriander stalks over the fish. Cook uncovered for another 1-2 minutes to infuse flavor and slightly wilt the coriander.
  7. Serve: Carefully transfer the braised fish and sauce to a serving dish. Spoon some of the garlic, ginger, and onion from the pan onto the fish for extra flavor. Serve hot with steamed rice or your choice of side dishes.

Notes

  • You can use any firm white fish such as cod, halibut, or sea bass instead of red grouper.
  • If you prefer, the garlic can be crushed instead of whole to give a stronger garlic flavor.
  • Adjust the amount of sugar in the sauce to taste, especially if you prefer a less sweet dish.
  • Be gentle when handling the fish to prevent it from breaking apart during cooking.
  • Serve immediately after cooking for the best texture and flavor.

Find it online: https://amandafood.com/grandmas-braised-fish-recipe/