Savory and Sweet Soy Sauce Braised Fish Cakes: The Golden Recipe!
[Soy Sauce Fish Cakes] A Deliciously Sweet and Salty Classic Recipe You Can Enjoy Every Day!
Here’s a hearty side dish that’s perfect to have on hand: Soy Sauce Braised Fish Cakes! The seasoning isn’t overpowering, just perfectly balanced, making it a dish you won’t get tired of eating daily. The hint of chili pepper beautifully cuts through any richness, making it truly delightful. If you’re making this for children, blanching the fish cakes beforehand will make them extra tender. It’s a staple for meals and lunchboxes!
Ingredients- 2 sheets of square fish cakes
- 1/4 onion
- 9 cm green onion (scallion)
- 1/2 Tbsp sesame seeds
- 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1/2 Tbsp cooking wine (mirin or similar)
- 1/2 Tbsp plum extract
- 1/2 Tbsp vinegar
- 4 Tbsp water
- 1/2 Tbsp sugar
- 1 Tbsp cooking oil
- A little bit of chili pepper (optional)
- A pinch of black pepper
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, cut the square fish cakes in half, then into bite-sized pieces. Cutting them into about 2-3 cm pieces will make them easy for everyone to eat.
Step 2
Peel the onion and slice it thinly. If slicing thinly is difficult, you can use a mandoline slicer.
Step 3
Cut the green onion into 9 cm lengths, then slice them finely. Using both the white and green parts will add more flavor.
Step 4
If you’d like a bit of spiciness, cut the chili pepper in half, remove the seeds, and mince it finely. You can omit this or adjust the amount if serving to children.
Step 5
Now, let’s make the delicious seasoning sauce that will determine the flavor of your braised fish cakes. In a bowl, combine 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic, 2 Tbsp soy sauce, 1/2 Tbsp cooking wine (or mirin), 1/2 Tbsp plum extract, 1/2 Tbsp vinegar, 4 Tbsp water, and 1/2 Tbsp sugar. Mix well until the sugar is dissolved.
Step 6
Heat 1 Tbsp of cooking oil in a pan over medium-low heat. Allowing the pan to heat up will help the seasoning distribute evenly.
Step 7
Add the chopped chili pepper and green onion to the pan. Stir-fry over low heat for about 1 minute until fragrant. The vegetables’ aroma will infuse the oil, making the dish even more delicious.
Step 8
Next, pour the pre-mixed, delicious seasoning sauce into the pan.
Step 9
Once the sauce begins to simmer, add the sliced fish cakes and onion. Stir-fry together. It’s best to cook over medium heat rather than high heat to prevent the sauce from burning.
Step 10
Continue to stir-fry for about 2-3 more minutes, or until the onion becomes translucent and the fish cakes are well-coated with the sauce. Be careful not to overcook the fish cakes, which can make them too tough.
Step 11
Just before turning off the heat, sprinkle in a pinch of black pepper and add 1/2 Tbsp of sesame seeds for a nutty flavor. Adding sesame seeds at the end preserves their fresh, nutty taste.
Step 12
Transfer the well-braised soy sauce fish cakes to a serving container. Your delicious, rice-topping side dish is now complete!
