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Grandma’s Braised Fish Recipe

4.9 from 149 reviews

Grandma’s Braised Fish is a flavorful and comforting dish featuring tender white fish simmered in a rich sauce made from oyster sauce, soy sauce, fish sauce, and aromatic spices like garlic, ginger, and coriander. This recipe highlights simple ingredients combined to create a savory, slightly sweet, and aromatic meal perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Fish and Aromatics

  • 2 pieces white fish (red grouper recommended), approximately 275g each
  • 1/2 red onion, sliced
  • 1 bulb garlic, peeled
  • 1 inch ginger, sliced
  • 2 stalks coriander

Sauce

  • 2 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 2 tbsp light soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp fish sauce
  • 2 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 5 tbsp water

Instructions

  1. Prepare Ingredients: Slice the red onion and ginger thinly. Peel the garlic cloves and set aside. Clean and pat dry the white fish pieces.
  2. Make the Sauce: In a bowl, combine the oyster sauce, light soy sauce, fish sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and water. Stir well until the sugar dissolves completely.
  3. Assemble for Braising: In a deep skillet or pan, place the fish pieces. Scatter the sliced red onion, peeled garlic, and sliced ginger around and over the fish. Add the coriander stalks on top.
  4. Add Sauce and Cook: Pour the prepared sauce evenly over the fish and aromatics. Cover the skillet with a lid and braise over medium-low heat for about 15-20 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and tender.
  5. Finish and Serve: Remove the lid, gently spoon sauce over the fish to baste it, and cook uncovered for an additional 2-3 minutes to slightly thicken the sauce. Serve hot with steamed rice or your favorite side.

Notes

  • Use fresh white fish for the best flavor and texture, such as red grouper, cod, or snapper.
  • Adjust the amount of sugar to taste if you prefer a less sweet sauce.
  • Be careful not to overcook the fish to maintain its delicate texture.
  • If preferred, garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving for extra aroma.
  • This dish pairs well with steamed vegetables or simple boiled greens.

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