Braised Barracuda

Braised Barracuda

Overview

The first fresh fish in spring is the pike. After the hibernation, the weather gets warmer, and the barracuda that has been dormant for the whole winter becomes active. It is the first batch of fish caught after the beginning of spring, so it has the reputation of the first fresh fish in spring;

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Ingredients

Steps

  1. Fresh sea barracuda is alive when purchased;

    Braised Barracuda step 1
  2. Barracuda first scrapes off the fish scales;

    Braised Barracuda step 2
  3. Grate and remove the intestines from the pike's belly, clean it, and be sure to clean the internal organs and blood in the fish's belly; cut it into large pieces;

    Braised Barracuda step 3
  4. Put a little oil in the pot, add onion and ginger and stir-fry until fragrant,

    Braised Barracuda step 4
  5. Pour an appropriate amount of water and add the diced barracuda

    Braised Barracuda step 5
  6. Add an appropriate amount of cooking wine and a little white vinegar, and add enough water at a time,

    Braised Barracuda step 6
  7. Cover the pot, bring to a boil over high heat, then turn to low heat and simmer for about 15 minutes;

    Braised Barracuda step 7
  8. While the fish is stewing, open the lid and take a look. The fish soup begins to turn milky white, with oily spots appearing on the surface. If you mind, you can skim off the oily spots;

    Braised Barracuda step 8
  9. Finally, add an appropriate amount of salt to taste, then start eating and drinking;

    Braised Barracuda step 9