Braised Fish Head with Tofu

Braised Fish Head with Tofu is a flavorful and comforting dish that combines tender fish head with silky tofu, simmered in a savory sauce. This Halal Chinese seafood dish is perfect for rice lovers and offers a rich umami experience.

Ingredients

• Fish head (e.g., snapper) - 400 grams
• Soft tofu - 200 grams
• Ginger (sliced) - 20 grams
• Garlic (minced) - 4 cloves
• Spring onions (chopped) - 2 stalks
• Soy sauce - 3 tablespoons
• Oyster sauce (Halal) - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 2 teaspoons
• Cooking oil - 1 tablespoon
• Water - 300 milliliters
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Heat the cooking oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the sliced ginger and minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant.
3. Carefully add the fish head to the pot, browning it lightly on both sides.
4. Pour in the water, soy sauce, and oyster sauce, bringing the mixture to a gentle boil.
5. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 20 minutes.
6. Gently add the soft tofu to the pot, ensuring it doesn't break apart.
7. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, then cover and simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
8. Drizzle with sesame oil and sprinkle the chopped spring onions on top before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 28 g
• Carbs: 8 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich source of omega-3 fatty acids, beneficial for heart health.
• High in protein, aiding in muscle repair and growth.

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