Crispy Outside, Tender Inside: Salted Dried Gizzard Shad Grill
Master the Art of Grilling Salted Dried Gizzard Shad (Bakdae) – ‘Sumi’s Side Dishes’ Style
Learn the authentic method for grilling semi-dried Gizzard Shad (Bakdae), as featured on the popular Korean cooking show ‘Sumi’s Side Dishes’. This recipe guarantees a wonderfully crispy exterior and a succulent, flavorful interior, making it a delightful and easy addition to your meal.
Main Ingredients- 2 Semi-dried Gizzard Shad (Bakdae)
- Olive oil or cooking oil, as needed
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Begin by preparing two pieces of semi-dried Gizzard Shad (Bakdae). Gently rinse the fish under cool running water to clean the surface, then thoroughly pat them dry with paper towels. Drying the fish well is crucial for achieving a crispy texture and preventing oil splatters during cooking. If the tail end of the Gizzard Shad is too large for your frying pan, trim it to fit. (Tip: My Gizzard Shad pieces were almost the same size as my pan, so I grilled them whole without trimming the tails. Adjust according to your pan size.)
Step 2
Next, lightly coat your preheated frying pan with a bit of olive oil. (You can substitute with regular cooking oil if preferred.) Once the pan is sufficiently heated, carefully place the prepared semi-dried Gizzard Shad onto the surface. It’s best to start over medium heat rather than high heat.
Step 3
Continue to grill the Gizzard Shad over medium heat, flipping it occasionally, until both sides are beautifully golden brown and crispy. The fish is done when the flesh turns opaque white and the exterior has a tempting, toasted color. This ‘Sumi’s Side Dishes’ style grilled Gizzard Shad is now ready! Isn’t it incredibly simple? Enjoy the natural, savory flavor of the fish without any complex seasonings.
Step 4
The grilled Gizzard Shad is also very easy to eat as it doesn’t have many bones. You can easily split the fish in half and remove the central bone. Then, simply pick out any small fin bones. This makes it an excellent choice for children’s meals, as they can enjoy it without much hassle. It’s particularly delicious served with freshly cooked rice.
