Steamed Fish Head with Fermented Yellow Beans

Ingredients

Instructions

1. 1

   Pat the fish head dry with paper towels. Rub salt on the fish head (optional, to firm up the flesh).

2. 2

   In a bowl, combine mashed fermented yellow beans, julienned ginger (reserve some for garnish), minced garlic, soy sauce, cooking oil, sugar, white pepper, rice wine, cornstarch, and water. Mix well to form a sauce.

3. 3

   Place the fish head on a heatproof steaming plate. Pour the prepared sauce evenly over the fish head.

4. 4

   Steam over high heat for 10-12 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flaky. Cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the fish head.

5. 5

   Carefully remove the steamed fish head. Garnish with the reserved julienned ginger and fresh spring onion slices.

6. 6

   Heat cooking oil in a small pan until smoking hot. Drizzle the hot oil over the spring onions and ginger on the fish head to release their aroma. Serve immediately.