Indulge in a culinary journey to the Far East with our delectable steamed sole with black bean sauce. This classic Cantonese dish tantalizes taste buds with its aromatic sauce, tender fish, and medley of vegetables. Dive into a symphony of textures and flavors as you uncover the secret behind this beloved seafood delicacy.
Discover the art of steaming, a cooking technique that preserves the natural flavors and nutrients of the sole, resulting in a moist and flaky texture. The black bean sauce takes center stage, boasting a rich and savory flavor profile. Black beans, garlic, ginger, and chili peppers come together in a harmonious blend, creating a sauce that perfectly complements the delicate fish.
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Embark on a culinary adventure with our steamed sole recipes. Whether you prefer the bold flavors of Szechuan cuisine, the refined elegance of Cantonese cooking, or the harmonious blend of sweet and savory, these recipes will transport you to the vibrant culinary landscapes of the Far East.
STEAMED FISH WITH BLACK BEAN SAUCE (STEAMED VERSION)
No matter whether you want to learn the authentic Chinese way to make steamed fish or just want to spend a few minutes getting dinner ready, I've got you covered!
Provided by Maggie Zhu
Categories Main
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- To prepare the steamer, bring a large pot of water to a boil.
- Rinse fermented black beans with tap water, drain, and transfer to a bowl. Use the back of a spoon to smash the beans. Add garlic, Shaoxing wine, light soy sauce, and sugar. Mix well. Or you can skip this step by using pre-made black bean sauce.
- Choose a plate that is big enough to hold all the fish fillets, can fit in your steamer, and has a bit depth so the juice from steaming won't spill to the pot. Spread the tofu in the center, and spread green beans around the tofu without too much overlapping. Lightly sprinkle salt over the green beans and the tofu. Arrange the fish fillets on top of the tofu. Spread the black bean sauce evenly over the fish. Place the plate into the steamer with boiling water. Steam covered for 8 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through.
- Carefully transfer the plate onto the kitchen counter with your oven mitts on. If the plate is difficult to lift from the steamer, leave it there. Spread the ginger and and green onions onto the fish.
- Heat vegetable oil in a small saucepan until it just starts to smoke. Immediately pour the oil onto the fish fillets to cook the green onions and ginger. You should hear a vibrant sizzle.
- Transfer the fish, tofu, and green beans to serving plate, pour the remaining juice over.
- Serve warm as main.
STEAMED GINGER SOLE WITH LEMON SOY SAUCE
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 26m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Whisk the soy sauce, lemon zest and juice, and the sesame oil together in a small bowl. Add the scallion whites to the sauce.
- Mix the scallion greens with the ginger in another small bowl.
- Lay the sole fillets on the work surface, skin-side up (look for the side with the herring bone pattern). Cut the fillets lengthwise along the natural seam that runs down the center of each piece. Lightly season the skin-side of the fish with salt and pepper. Then scatter the scallions and ginger on top. Starting from the narrow tail end, roll up each piece of fish into a tight spiral with the scallion on the inside. Secure with a toothpick if desired.
- Pour an inch or more of water in a wok or skillet and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Lay the Napa leaves in a bamboo or collapsible steamer. Stand the fish rolls on the Napa, and scatter the shiitake mushrooms and sliced carrot around. Set the steamer over the water, cover, and cook the fish until it is barely cooked through, about 6 minutes. Turn off the heat and leave the fish covered to finish cooking in the residual heat of the steamer, about 5 minutes more.
- Divide the Napa, sole, shiitakes, and carrots among 4 plates and drizzle with the sauce. Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 197 calorie, Fat 5 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Carbohydrate 7 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 33 grams
STEAMED FISH WITH BLACK BEAN SAUCE
I guess this might be called my 'signature' dish and my husband was astonished that I hadn't posted it here yet. The original recipe came from my dog-eared copy of More Long-Life Chinese Cooking From Madam Wong but I've changed it so much that now it's my own. The black beans can be found in oriental markets, they keep forever in a clean glass jar with a tight fitting lid. I make this with fish fillets, usually Chilean sea bass but any firm, white fillet will work. You can also use a whole fish, just make 3, deep, diagonal gashes on each side of the fish. Cooking time is approximate, depending on the type and size fish you use. My sea bass fillet are pretty thick so I steam for 10 minutes total on them. Cook less for thinner fillets. Serve this fish with rice to soak up the delicious juice and I also, ALWAYS serve it with my Baby Bok Choy with Oyster Sauce. My husband loves to spoon some of the sauce from that onto his fish.
Provided by Hey Jude
Categories Asian
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- If using a whole fish, make 3 deep diagonal slashes on each side of the fish.
- Chop the black beans; place half of the black beans, scallions, and ginger on a heat-proof plate that can be used in the steamer; place the fish on top.
- Sprinkle fish with the sugar, then pour the sherry or rice wine, soy sauce and oil on top; cover the fish with remaining black beans, scallions and ginger.
- For steaming I use my electric wok and place 2 chopsticks next to each other in one direction and 2 more next to each other in the opposite direction, creating a platform.
- Place the plate of fish on top of the steamer, over briskly boiling water, cover and steam 10 minutes for thick fillets, 20 minutes for whole fish and less than 10 minutes for thinner fillets.
- fish is finished when fillets flake easily or when a chopstick will easily pierce the gill area on whole fish.
- Remove to a platter and garnish with cilantro.
- Serve over steamed jasmine rice and make sure to spoon the black bean sauce over the whole thing; YUM.
STEAMED SEA BASS WITH BLACK BEAN SAUCE
Chinese meals don't need to be eaten out of a takeaway carton - this special fish dish makes a smart dinner for two
Provided by Ching-He Huang
Categories Dinner, Main course
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Wash the fish in cold running water. Pat dry with kitchen paper, then slash 3-4 slits into the skin on both sides. Season all over with salt and ground white pepper. Place ginger slices in the slits of the fish and inside the cavity.
- Place the fish on a plate that fits inside your wok. In your wok place a pudding bowl upside down and pour water to come halfway up. Place the wok on the heat and bring the water to a boil.
- Pour the rice wine over the fish, put the plate onto the upside-down bowl and place the lid of the wok on top. Steam on high heat for 8-9 mins, then leave to rest.
- While the fish is cooking, make the black bean sauce. Add the groundnut oil to a hot wok or frying pan. When it starts to smoke, add the garlic, ginger and beans (or use 100g ready-made black bean sauce) and stir-fry for a few secs. Add the rice wine, sesame oil and light soy sauce, then bring to the bubble.
- Carefully remove the fish (you can keep it on the plate that you cooked it on). Garnish with the spring onions and coriander, then drizzle over the black bean sauce and serve with rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 511 calories, Fat 29 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 11 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 8 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 49 grams protein, Sodium 7.67 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- To ensure the freshness of your sole, purchase it from a reputable fishmonger or seafood market.
- If using frozen sole, thaw it properly in the refrigerator overnight or under cold running water for 30 minutes.
- Pat the sole fillets dry with paper towels before cooking to remove excess moisture, which will help achieve a crispy skin.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of Shaoxing wine, soy sauce, and sugar in the black bean sauce to suit your taste preferences.
- If you don't have Shaoxing wine, you can substitute it with dry sherry or white wine.
- For a vegetarian version of this dish, you can replace the sole fillets with firm tofu or sliced mushrooms.
Conclusion:
Steamed sole with black bean sauce is a classic Chinese dish that is both flavorful and healthy. The delicate flavor of the sole pairs perfectly with the savory and slightly spicy black bean sauce. This dish is sure to impress your family and friends, whether served as a main course or as part of a larger Chinese feast. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy seafood recipe, give steamed sole with black bean sauce a try!
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