Sour Mustard and Fish Stew
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Sour Mustard and Fish Stew

timer 38 MIN
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person 4 servings
Recipe
Sour Mustard and Fish Stew

About This Recipe

This Sour and Savory Clam & Fish Soup with Pickled Mustard Greens is a vibrant, tangy delight that brings together fresh seafood and bold flavors. Tender fish pieces and plump clams are simmered in a fragrant broth made from ginger, scallions, and the umami-rich water reserved from boiling the clams. The star ingredient—pickled mustard greens—adds a refreshing sourness that makes every spoonful irresistibly appetizing. Quick and easy to prepare, this dish requires no extra salt, as the natural brininess of the clams and the tangy kick of the greens create the perfect balance. The fish is marinated for extra tenderness, while the clams are cooked just until they open, ensuring a delicate texture. Topped with fresh scallions, this light yet flavorful soup is a comforting meal that excites the palate with its harmonious blend of sour, savory, and fresh notes. Perfect for warming up on chilly days or enjoying as a revitalizing dish any time!

Instructions

Detailed preparation guide

servings 4
Total Time 38m

shopping_basket Ingredients

Main Ingredients
  • fish 500g
  • clams 300g
  • pickled mustard greens 200g
The aromatics
  • ginger 20g
  • scallions 2 pieces
The sauce & seasonings
  • fish sauce 2 tbsp
  • cornstarch 1 tbsp

menu_book Directions

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Step 1
Step 1
Soak the pickled mustard greens in water for several hours in advance.
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Step 2
Step 2
Soak the clams in water to spit out the sand.
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Step 3
Step 3
Cut the fish into pieces and marinate with fish sauce and cornstarch.
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Step 4
Step 4
Wash the clams clean, boil them in water, then take them out, and reserve the water.
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Step 5
Step 5
Slice the pickled mustard greens and blanch them in boiling water.
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Step 6
Step 6
Heat a pot over the stove, stir-fry the ginger and pickled mustard greens.
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Step 7
Step 7
Add the water used to boil the clams and put the fish pieces in to cook.
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Step 8
Step 8
When the fish is 80% cooked, add the clams and cook until they are just cooked, then turn off the heat.
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Step 9
Step 9
Sprinkle with chopped scallions, no need to add salt, the dish is fresh, sour, and appetizing.

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