Stinky CarpCarpThe appearance of stinky carp is due to someone bringing stinky carp home during the summer, fearing that the fish would spoil, they constantly pickled it in diluted salt water, but unexpectedly, due to the hot weather, the fish still spoiled. However, because of the salt water, the spoilage was not too severe, and the resulting odor was not too strong. After being made, the taste was still good, so this stinky carp recipe was passed down, and unexpectedly, it became a famous dish in Anhui.

Recipe for Stinky Carp

The recipe for stinky carp is actually quite simple. After killing and cleaning the fish, soak it in salt for about a week. The temperature should be around 20 degrees Celsius for the fish to become stinky. In fact, I have tried it before.Cured PorkIf you use less salt or the temperature is a little higher, the cured pork will become smelly.

Recipe for Dry-Fried Stinky Carp

The dry-fried method has spread throughout the country, even the famous "stinky carp" has a dry-fried version.

IngredientsPreparation

1 piece of stinky carpOnion50 gramsRed bell pepper20 gramsGinger20 grams of garlic, 20 grams of green bell pepper, 20 grams of scallions, 20 ml of rice wine, 10 ml of old soy sauce.

Method

1. Cut the soaked stinky carp diagonally, pat dry, and set aside;

2. Heat oil in a pot, fry the fish until both sides are golden brown, and remove;

3. In the remaining oil, sauté minced scallions and ginger, then add sliced onions and stir-fry, then add white scallions and red bell peppers and stir-fry evenly;

4. Add the fried stinky carp, pour in rice wine, add enough water to cover the fish pieces, bring to a boil, then add old soy sauce;Soy saucefor coloring;

5. Then, simmer over medium heat for 20 minutes, add chopped scallions and red bell peppers when the soup is almost dry.

Tips

Soaking will reduce the odor of the stinky carp. The time depends on individual circumstances.

Green bell pepperRecipe for Stinky Carp with Green Bell Pepper

Stinky carp cooked with green bell pepper will reduce the odor. Using spicier green bell peppers will have a better effect.

Ingredients

Stinky carp, green bell pepper, ginger, cooking oil,Soy sauce, oyster sauce, salt,Chicken powder.Method1. Wash and dry the stinky carp, chop the green bell pepper and mince the ginger;

2. Heat cooking oil in a wok, fry the stinky carp until both sides are golden brown;

3. Then sprinkle minced ginger, add water and bring to a boil, then turn to medium heat, sprinkle chopped green bell pepper, cover and steam for 5 minutes;

4. Flip the stinky carp, add salt, soy sauce, and oyster sauce, season, and reduce the soup. Sprinkle with chicken powder and serve.

Tips

Minced ginger can remove the odor. When adding water, it should be about the same level as the fish.

Tip

Ginger powder can remove fishy smell. Add it when cooking, aiming for about the same level as the fish.