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Fish with Chili Bean Sauce

Steamed Fish with Chili Bean Sauce for a Quick Flavor Boost

This Fish with Chili Bean Sauce recipe brings a flavorful twist to your dinner table in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinating Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 1 whole tilapia or sea bass Substitute with any firm white fish like cod or haddock.
  • 1 tsp salt Essential for seasoning.
  • 2 tbsp Shaoxing wine Can be replaced with dry sherry.
For the Sauce
  • 3 tbsp chili bean paste (Doubanjiang) Can swap with spicy miso or sriracha.
  • 2 tbsp light soy sauce Use tamari for gluten-free.
  • 1 tbsp dark soy sauce Can be omitted.
  • 1 tbsp Chinese black vinegar Substitute with balsamic or rice vinegar.
  • 1 tsp sugar Balance flavors.
  • 3 tbsp water Used to dilute the sauce.
For the Aromatics
  • 1 tbsp cooking oil Can use canola or vegetable oil.
  • 2 stalks green onions Can use scallions or leeks.
  • 4 cloves garlic Fresh garlic is best.
  • 1 inch ginger Fresh preferred, ground is fine in small amounts.
  • 2 pieces dried chilies Adjust quantity to taste.

Equipment

  • Steamer
  • non-stick pan
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together chili bean paste, light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, Chinese black vinegar, sugar, and water until smooth.
  2. Rinse the whole fish under cold running water, pat dry, season with salt, pour Shaoxing wine over, and marinate for 15 minutes.
  3. Place the marinated fish on a heatproof plate inside a steamer over high heat and steam for 5-10 minutes until done.
  4. Heat oil in a non-stick pan over medium-high heat, add minced garlic, ginger, sliced green onions, and dried chilies. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Pour the prepared chili bean sauce into the pan with the aromatics. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
  6. Transfer the steamed fish to a serving platter and pour the aromatic chili bean sauce over. Garnish with sliced green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 950mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Pat the fish dry first to enhance flavor absorption. Use fresh ingredients for the best taste. Serve immediately for peak freshness.

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