Rice Wine-Steeped Fish Recipe

Name: Rice Wine-Steeped Fish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups rice wine or 2 cups dry sherry; 2/3 cup water; 2 tablespoons light soy sauce; 1 teaspoon white pepper; 2 teaspoons salt; 2 teaspoons sugar; 2 teaspoons cornstarch, mixed with; 2 teaspoons cold water; 1 lb fresh fish fillets, orange roughy or 1 lb cod; 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil; 3 tablespoons finely chopped green onions

Servings: persons

2 cups rice wine or 2 cups dry sherry
2/3 cup water
2 tablespoons light soy sauce
1 teaspoon white pepper
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons sugar
2 teaspoons cornstarch, mixed with
2 teaspoons cold water
1 lb fresh fish fillets, orange roughy or 1 lb cod
2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
3 tablespoons finely chopped green onions

1
Bring the rice wine, water, soy sauce, pepper, 1 tsp of the salt, and the sugar to a boil in a skillet.
2
Reduce the liquid over high heat to about half its original volume, add the cornstarch mixture, and cook for 30 seconds.
3
While the sauce is reducing, rub the fish fillets with the remaining 1 tsp salt and the toasted sesame oil and set aside.
4
Add the fish fillets to the liquid and simmer gently for 2 minutes.
5
Take it off the heat and let sit for another 5 minutes, covered.
6
Transfer the fish fillets to a serving platter, pour the sauce over them, and sprinkle with the green onions.

436

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups rice wine or 2 cups dry sherry, 2/3 cup water, 2 tablespoons light soy sauce, 1 teaspoon white pepper, and more.

Yes, Rice Wine-Steeped Fish falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Rice Wine-Steeped Fish

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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