Tang Cu Yu Tang (sweet And Sour Fish Soup)

Tang Cu Yu Tang is a classic Zhejiang Cuisine dish that features a delightful combination of sweet and sour flavors in a comforting fish soup.

Tang Cu Yu Tang (sweet And Sour Fish Soup)

Ingredients

  • 500g white fish fillets, such as cod or tilapia
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 4 cups chicken or fish broth
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to make a slurry. Set aside.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine the rice vinegar, sugar, ketchup, and soy sauce. Stir until the sugar is dissolved. Set aside.
  3. Cut the fish fillets into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
  4. In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the onion and bell peppers, and cook until they start to soften.
  5. Pour in the chicken or fish broth and bring to a simmer.
  6. Add the vinegar-sugar mixture to the pot and stir well.
  7. Gently add the fish pieces to the pot and let them cook for about 5 minutes, or until they are just cooked through.
  8. Stir the cornstarch slurry again and then pour it into the pot, stirring constantly until the soup thickens slightly.
  9. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
  10. Sprinkle the chopped green onions over the soup before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
30 minutes
Total time:
50 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
15g
Protein
20g
Fat
10g

Supplies

Large pot Bowls Cutting board Knife Measuring cups and spoons Stirring spoon

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serve the Tang Cu Yu Tang hot with steamed rice for a satisfying meal.

Tips & tricks

For a more tangy flavor, you can adjust the amount of vinegar and sugar to suit your taste preferences.

Cost

$15