Three Cup Pomfret
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Three Cup Pomfret

timer 15 MIN
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person 4 servings
Recipe
Three Cup Pomfret

About This Recipe

This Pan-Fried Fish Blocks in Cola Sauce is a delightful twist on a classic dish, combining crispy fish with a rich, sweet, and savory glaze. The fish blocks are first coated in starch and pan-fried to golden perfection, ensuring a crispy exterior while keeping the inside tender. What makes this recipe special is the unique sauce—a blend of cooking wine, soy sauce, and cola—which caramelizes into a glossy, umami-packed glaze with a hint of sweetness. Fragrant ginger adds depth, balancing the flavors beautifully. Simmered to perfection, the fish soaks up the delicious sauce, creating a mouthwatering dish that’s both comforting and impressive. Perfect served over steamed rice, this recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves bold flavors and crispy textures. Quick to make yet bursting with taste, it’s sure to become a favorite!

Instructions

Detailed preparation guide

servings 4
Total Time 15m

shopping_basket Ingredients

Main Ingredients
  • fish blocks 200g
The aromatics
  • starch 2 tbsp
  • oil 2 tbsp
  • ginger 20g
The sauce & seasonings
  • cooking wine 1/4 cup
  • soy sauce 1/4 cup
  • cola 1/4 cup

menu_book Directions

1
Step 1
Step 1
Clean the dried fish blocks and pat them dry, then make a few cuts on both sides of the fish.
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Step 2
Step 2
Coat the fish blocks with a thin layer of starch.
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Step 3
Step 3
Heat a pan with an appropriate amount of oil, place the fish blocks in the pan, and pan-fry over low heat.
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Step 4
Step 4
Pan-fry until golden brown, then flip the fish over and pan-fry the other side until golden brown as well.
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Step 5
Step 5
After the fish blocks are pan-fried, prepare other ingredients: 1 cup of cooking wine, 1 cup of soy sauce, 1 cup of cola, and a few slices of ginger.
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Step 6
Step 6
Leave a small amount of oil in the pan, add sliced ginger and stir-fry until fragrant.
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Step 7
Step 7
Add the pan-fried fish blocks back into the pan.
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Step 8
Step 8
Add the prepared ingredients (cooking wine, soy sauce, and cola), bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
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Step 9
Step 9
Add an appropriate amount of salt to taste, then switch to high heat to thicken the sauce.
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Step 10
Step 10
Once the sauce is thickened, transfer the dish to a serving plate.

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