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How to Make Spicy Fish Cubes: A Comprehensive Guide

Spicy fish cubes are a beloved dish, loved for their tender fish and fiery, savory sauce. Here’s a detailed guide to making them at home.

Ingredients: 500g white fish (like cod or tillet), cut into 2cm cubes; 2 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tbsp starch; 3 dried chilies; 2 Sichuan peppercorns; 2 garlic cloves; 1 ginger slice; 2 tbsp cooking oil; 1 tbsp chili bean paste; 1 tsp sugar; 1 tbsp vinegar; Green onions for garnish.

Steps:

1. Marinate the fish: Mix fish cubes with soy sauce and starch; let sit for 15 minutes.

2. Prepare aromatics: Chop garlic and ginger; deseed and chop chilies.

3. Stir-fry: Heat oil in a wok over medium-high heat. Stir-fry Sichuan peppercorns until fragrant, then remove. Add chilies, garlic, and ginger; sauté until golden.

4. Cook the fish: Add marinated fish; stir-fry 2-3 minutes until lightly browned. Pour in chili bean paste, sugar, and vinegar; mix well.

5. Simmer: Add 50ml water, cover, and simmer for 5 minutes until the fish is tender.

6. Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with green onions. Enjoy with rice!

Tips: For extra flavor, use fresh chilies or a dash of sesame oil. Adjust spice levels by reducing chilies. This dish pairs perfectly with steamed rice or noodles.