Tofu and Fish in Hot Pot
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Tofu and Fish in Hot Pot

timer 15 MIN
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person 4 servings
Recipe
Tofu and Fish in Hot Pot

About This Recipe

This delicious pan-fried fish with tofu and aromatic spices is a flavorful dish that combines tender fish, savory tofu, and a fragrant sauce. The fish is marinated with scallions, ginger, lemon, and soy sauce for a zesty, umami-rich base, then pan-fried to golden perfection for a crispy exterior. Aromatic star anise and cinnamon infuse depth into the sauce, while pre-fried tofu soaks up the savory blend of oyster sauce, soy sauce, and spices. Vibrant green and red peppers add a fresh, slightly spicy finish. Perfectly balanced with a hint of sweetness and tang, this dish is a satisfying meal that’s easy to prepare yet packed with complex flavors. Serve it hot for a comforting, restaurant-quality experience at home!

Instructions

Detailed preparation guide

servings 4
Total Time 15m

shopping_basket Ingredients

Main Ingredients
  • fish 200g
  • tofu 150g
The aromatics
  • green pepper 50g
  • red pepper 50g
The sauce & seasonings
  • scallions 2 stalks
  • ginger 1 small piece
  • lemon 1
  • star anise 2 pieces
  • cinnamon 1 stick

menu_book Directions

1
Step 1
Step 1
Clean the fish meat, drain the water, cut it into long pieces and put them in a bowl.
2
Step 2
Step 2
Add scallions, ginger, lemon slices, salt, sugar, light soy sauce, and cooking wine to marinate for 30 minutes.
3
Step 3
Step 3
Heat the electric wok, add a small amount of edible oil to lubricate the wok, then put the marinated fish pieces coated with starch into the wok and pan-fry.
4
Step 4
Step 4
Pan-fry until both sides are golden brown and fragrant, then take them out and set aside.
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Step 5
Step 5
Add a small amount of edible oil to the wok, then add star anise, cinnamon, scallions, and ginger to stir-fry and bring out the fragrance.
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Step 6
Step 6
Add an appropriate amount of boiling water, adjust with salt, sugar, light soy sauce, and oyster sauce, then put the pre-fried tofu into the wok and cook.
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Step 7
Step 7
Add the pre-fried fish pieces to the wok and cook together to absorb the flavor.
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Step 8
Step 8
When most of the water in the wok has evaporated, add the green and red pepper grains and stir-fry briefly before serving.

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