Colorful Vegetable and Fish Cake Stir-Fry
The Best Side Dish for Dinner! Colorful Vegetable and Fish Cake Stir-Fry Recipe
Make a simple yet delicious dinner side dish using leftover vegetables and fish cakes from your fridge. It’s vibrant, nutritious, and perfect for the whole family.
Main Ingredients
- 100g square fish cakes (oden)
- A moderate amount of carrot
- A moderate amount of oyster mushrooms
- 1/3 eggplant
- 5 cloves whole garlic
- 1 chili pepper (optional, to taste)
Seasoning
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp sugar
- 1 Tbsp sesame seeds
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp sugar
- 1 Tbsp sesame seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the vegetables. Wash the carrot and eggplant thoroughly and julienne them into thin strips. For the oyster mushrooms, remove the tough ends and tear them into bite-sized pieces by hand. Prepping the vegetables like this makes stir-frying much smoother.
Step 2
Peel the whole garlic cloves and slice them thinly into rounds. The garlic’s aroma will infuse into the oil, enhancing the umami flavor of the stir-fry.
Step 3
Briefly blanch the square fish cakes in boiling water to remove excess oil, then rinse them under cold water. Cut the fish cakes into bite-sized pieces, about 1cm wide. Blanching helps achieve a tender texture and removes impurities.
Step 4
Heat 1-2 tablespoons of cooking oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the sliced garlic and sauté until fragrant, then increase the heat to high. Add the prepared carrot, eggplant, and oyster mushrooms, and stir-fry quickly to maintain a slight crispness. Cook just until the vegetables begin to soften slightly.
Step 5
For added color and a hint of spice, thinly slice the chili pepper (seeds removed, if preferred) and add it to the pan. This is great if you like a mild kick.
Step 6
Reduce the heat to medium. Add 1 tablespoon of soy sauce and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Stir well to ensure the vegetables and seasoning are evenly combined. Cook for about 1 minute, allowing the flavors to meld.
Step 7
Finally, add the cut fish cakes to the pan and stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes until the seasoning coats everything well. Just before turning off the heat, generously sprinkle 1 tablespoon of sesame seeds for a nutty aroma. Enjoy this delicious side dish with your meal!
