Yunnan-style Steamed Fish with Black Bean Sauce (云南豆豉蒸鱼)
云南豆豉蒸鱼 (Yunnan-style Steamed Fish with Black Bean Sauce) is a classic dish from Yunnan Cuisine, known for its bold flavors and fresh ingredients. This dish features tender steamed fish topped with a savory black bean sauce, creating a delightful combination of textures and tastes.
Ingredients
- 4 fresh fish fillets
- 3 tablespoons fermented black beans
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, julienned
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice wine
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
- Rinse the fish fillets and pat dry with paper towels.
- Place the fish on a heatproof dish and set aside.
- In a small bowl, mash the fermented black beans with a fork.
- Heat a small amount of oil in a pan over medium heat, then add the garlic, ginger, and green onions. Cook until fragrant.
- Add the mashed black beans, soy sauce, rice wine, sugar, sesame oil, and chicken broth to the pan. Stir to combine.
- In a separate bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Add the slurry to the pan and cook until the sauce thickens.
- Pour the black bean sauce over the fish fillets.
- Prepare a steamer and steam the fish for about 10-12 minutes, or until cooked through.
- Serve the steamed fish hot, garnished with additional green onions if desired.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Protein
- 30g
- Fat
- 12g
- Carbohydrates
- 5g
Supplies
Heatproof dish Steamer
Tools
Knife Pan Bowl Fork
Serving suggestions
Serve the steamed fish with steamed rice and a side of stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For the best flavor, use fresh and high-quality fish fillets for this dish.
Cost
$20