Spicy and Sweet Stir-Fried Fish Cakes: The Perfect Side Dish!
Easy Recipe for Spicy and Sweet Stir-Fried Fish Cakes
Living in a household of two, I often end up with leftover fish cakes after making soup. This is my go-to recipe for a spicy and sweet stir-fried dish made from those leftovers! It’s incredibly easy and simple, making it a fantastic side dish that complements any meal.
Main Ingredients
- 1/2 package of fish cakes (e.g., square sheets or soup-style), adjust quantity as needed
- 4 small Cheongyang peppers (Korean chili peppers), adjust for spiciness
- 2 Tbsp cooking oil
Seasoning Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp corn syrup or oligosaccharide (for sweetness and glaze)
- 1/3 Tbsp granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 Tbsp red pepper flakes (for a spicy kick)
- Pinch of black pepper
- Sesame seeds (for nutty flavor)
- 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp water (to prevent seasoning from burning)
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp corn syrup or oligosaccharide (for sweetness and glaze)
- 1/3 Tbsp granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 Tbsp red pepper flakes (for a spicy kick)
- Pinch of black pepper
- Sesame seeds (for nutty flavor)
- 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp water (to prevent seasoning from burning)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, cut the fish cakes and Cheongyang peppers into bite-sized pieces. If you’re using soup-style fish cakes, simply take them out after making soup and cut them up. For the Cheongyang peppers, you can remove the seeds to control the level of spiciness.
Step 2
Heat 2 Tbsp of cooking oil in a pan over low heat. Add 1 Tbsp soy sauce, 1 Tbsp corn syrup, 1 Tbsp red pepper flakes, 1/3 Tbsp sugar, and a pinch of black pepper. Gently stir these seasonings and let them simmer slightly. It’s crucial to watch carefully to prevent the seasoning from burning.
Step 3
Once the seasoning has slightly reduced, add the cut fish cakes and Cheongyang peppers to the pan. Also, add 1/2 Tbsp of minced garlic and mix everything well so the ingredients and seasoning are evenly combined.
Step 4
To prevent the seasoning from sticking to the pan or burning during the stir-frying process, add 1 Tbsp of water. Stir-fry everything evenly over medium-low heat rather than high heat, ensuring the ingredients are well coated with the seasoning. Continue to stir-fry for about 2-3 minutes until the fish cakes absorb the flavors.
Step 5
Finally, sprinkle sesame seeds generously over the finished stir-fried fish cakes. The nutty sesame seeds will enhance the overall flavor. Serve hot with rice for a truly satisfying meal!
