Expensive "treasure" fish, few bones, steamed in just 5 minutes to have a delicious and nutritious dish

This is a precious fish, expensive and only available in luxury restaurants. Flounder has high nutritional value and possesses a large amount of meat, delicious, crispy and fatty. Not everyone has the opportunity to enjoy specialties from flounder.

Flounder, also known as sole, is a flatfish. There are over 100 species of them, which feed on small crustaceans and invertebrates.

You can buy flounder at seafood stores or a few fish markets for around 1.3 - 1.5 million VND/kg. Usually you have to order in advance to be able to buy flounder, otherwise it is almost impossible to buy at the market.

Flounder, also known as buffalo tongue fish, has sweet, delicious, nutritious meat and can be used to make many different delicious dishes.

Flounders live on the sea floor, there are also some species that live in freshwater, two eyes are completely above, on the same side and do not follow the rules of symmetry.

Flounder has a delicious taste, soft meat, few thorns, no fishy smell, rich in nutrients such as collagen, vitamins, calcium, phosphorus, if fed to the family can help strengthen immunity, improve eyesight. belly.

Eating this type of fish helps develop bones and joints, improve height and brain function in children, and supports bone strength and prevents osteoporosis in adults.

In addition, collagen in this fish helps strengthen the immune system and protect skin cells, keeping your skin healthy, supple, and full of vitality.

In addition to its strange eyes, the flounder's skin color can change to hide from predators or camouflage itself when hunting. The upper layer of skin is usually a dark brown like mud, while the lower layer is white like the light shining on the water.

Flounder is popular among Japanese mothers because, according to the Japanese, flounder increases the sensitivity of children during their brain development years.

The fish has a sweet and slightly fatty taste, and is especially boneless. It is best fried with lemongrass and chili or crispy fried. It can also be grilled, cooked in soup, steamed or cooked into porridge.

Collagen in this fish helps strengthen the immune system and protect skin cells, keeping your skin healthy, supple, and full of vitality.

Grilled flounder is also popular because of its irresistible delicious flavor and the sweet taste of the fish. The way to make this dish is quite simple, it can be grilled on a grill, in the oven or in an air fryer.

In addition, Korea is the most suitable country for the development of this lean, bony fish with all the conditions. That is why Korean flounder is also considered the most famous fish for its delicious, sweet meat.

The price of fresh flounder in Korea also fluctuates around 1 million VND/kg. This price can also vary depending on the distribution location and season, but in general, this fish is quite expensive.

In terms of nutrition, halibut is a good source of vitamin D, B6, Niacin and the minerals Phosphorus and Potassium. In addition, Omega-3, Protein and Selenium are also very beneficial active ingredients for health found in the nutritional composition of halibut.

Scientific studies show that every 150 grams of flounder meat will provide about 35 grams of protein. The protein content in flounder as well as in seafood is very beneficial for health because they contain unsaturated fats. Therefore, instead of eating meat, eating seafood will help you feel full longer.

In addition, Omega-3 in halibut will help you eliminate harmful fats and retain only beneficial fats for the body. This activity will help your body balance cholesterol levels in the blood, helping blood circulation to run more smoothly. Your cardiovascular system and weight will also be significantly improved.

Below are some delicious dishes made from this precious fish:

Flounder sashimi

Ingredients (for 4 people)

1 flounder, 1 teaspoon mustard, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 lemon.

Making

Step 1: Clean the fish and place it on a flat surface. Use a sharp knife to peel the skin from the middle of the fish's back from the tail to the head. Remember to do the same with the belly and both sides of the fish.

Step 2: Cut off the fish head and remove the organs, wash clean.

Step 3: Place the fish on a cutting board and cut into fillets.

Step 4: Place the fillet on a cutting board, cut into thin slices and arrange on a plate.

Step 5: Arrange the flounder sashimi beautifully, when serving, dip it with wasabi and soy sauce. You can also drink some wine to warm it up.

So the attractive and unique flounder sashimi is completed. This is a familiar dish of the Japanese, the fresh fish is quickly processed and dipped in wasabi and soy sauce before eating, making the dish spicy, fragrant and sweet.

Instead of going to a Japanese restaurant, with this simple recipe you can also make it at home for your family and friends to enjoy.

Flounder in soy sauce

Ingredients (for 4 people)

Flounder, 1/2 red bell pepper, Ginger, Green onion, Wine, Soy sauce, Sesame oil, Black vinegar, Chili oil, Cooking oil, Common spices

Making

Use a knife to scrape off the black scales on the outside, use a scalpel to remove the intestines of the fish. Rub with salt, then rinse with water and drain.

Wash and peel the ginger, divide into 2 parts. Use a knife to slice one part to prepare for steaming the fish, and cut the other part into strips.

Wash red bell peppers and cut into strips.

Cut green onions in half: Cut the green onion heads in half and shred the green onion leaves.

Mix soy sauce

Add 4 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 teaspoon of sesame oil, 2 tablespoons of black vinegar, 1/4 teaspoon of MSG and 1/2 teaspoon of seasoning powder, a little chili oil (optional) into a bowl, then stir well until the spices are completely dissolved.

Steamed fish

Arrange the spring onion and sliced ​​ginger on a plate, then place the fish on top and drizzle 2 tablespoons of cooking wine over the fish.

Cover the fish with plastic wrap. Microwave the fish and steam for about 6 minutes until cooked through (If you don't have a microwave, you can also steam the fish in a regular pot).

Cook sauce

Place the pot on the stove, add the sauce mixture. Turn on medium heat and stir constantly until the sauce boils then turn off the stove.

Place pan on stove, add 4 tablespoons of cooking oil and heat.

After steaming the fish, take it out, then add chopped green onions, ginger, chili and the sauce on top. Finally, drizzle cooking oil evenly over the fish.

The finished steamed flounder with soy sauce has an attractive aroma, the soft and sweet fish meat blends with the rich sweet and sour sauce, fragrant with onion and ginger. This dish can be wrapped in rice paper or eaten with hot rice, both are extremely delicious.

Crispy fried flounder

To give your family more options, two dishes of crispy fried flounder and fried lemongrass and chili are crispy, flavorful and extremely simple to prepare. Let's go into the kitchen with NatuFood to make this delicious fried dish!

Ingredient

Flounder, Lemongrass, Chili, White Wine, Seasoning Powder, Salt, Cooking Oil

Making:

Remove the black skin, soak the fish in diluted salt water to remove the fishy smell for 15 minutes. Finally, rinse with water and drain.

Finely chop 100gr lemongrass and 50gr chili, mix well with 10gr salt and 20ml white wine to make the fish more fragrant when marinated.

When the fish is dry, make many short diagonal cuts on the fish body, add lemongrass and chili, use your hands to massage so that the spices are absorbed evenly into the fish and marinate for 2 hours.

Fried fish

Add 100ml of cooking oil to the pan and fry for 20 minutes over medium heat. Turn the fish every 5 minutes to ensure both sides are golden brown.

Scoop a bowl of hot rice, add a bowl of fish sauce or soy sauce, eat with crispy, flavorful fried flounder with lemongrass and chili, there's nothing better.

Braised flounder with pepper

Ingredient

500gr flounder, 3 chili peppers, 50gr green onion, ground pepper, shallot, other spices: salt, sugar, cooking oil, fish sauce, caramel color

Making

Marinate the fish: Put the fish in a pot, season with 2 tablespoons fish sauce, 1 tablespoon sugar, 1 tablespoon ground pepper, 1/2 tablespoon seasoning powder, 1/2 tablespoon salt, 1 tablespoon caramel color, add green onions and chili, then mix well and marinate for 30 minutes.

Place pan on stove, add 1 tablespoon cooking oil, add minced onion and saute until fragrant, then add marinated fish and stir until cooked.

Add 1 bowl of water to the pan, turn on high heat to boil the fish, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes. Cook until the fish water is dry and thickened, turns amber and the sauce coats the fish evenly.

Braised flounder with pepper has a rich aroma of ground pepper combined with the fatty taste of fish and a little bit of spiciness from chili. This dish is really great when eaten with rice.

Steamed flounder

Ingredient:

2 flounder, shredded ginger, green onions, cooking wine, soy sauce, cooking oil, chili.

Making:

- Flounder not only has few bones but is also very clean, with very small organs. There is a small hole under the fish's mouth, use scissors to cut, take out the organs, then scrape off the scales, use a knife and wash clean.

- Next, use a knife to cut into the back of the fish to make the fish meat more flavorful when pouring the sauce over it later.

- Add seasoning powder, minced shallot, a little pepper, cooking wine, shredded ginger, sesame oil, soy sauce to a bowl and mix well. Then, rub the seasoning evenly on the fish and marinate for about 20 minutes.

- Place the marinated fish on a plate and put it in the steamer.

- Flounder has delicious meat, easy to cook, when steaming you must control the time, steam for about 5 minutes to cook (specific time depends on the size of the fish).

Heat oil and pour over onions to release aroma.

- Prepare a green onion, cut the white part into small pieces about 3 cm long, chop the remaining green leaves.

- Peel ginger, cut into long strips, garnish with some chopped chili on the fish. Boil oil and pour over onions to release the aroma.

Finally, drizzle a spoonful of fish stock evenly over the fish. This dish does not require too many spices to retain the delicious flavor of the fish.

Steamed flounder is simple to make, delicious, soft meat, not fishy, ​​one bite has endless flavor, so delicious.

In cold weather, you should eat a lot of this type of fish, low in fat, high in protein, strengthens the immune system and protects eyesight. Steamed and served on the table, both adults and children love it.

This fish not only has a rich flavor but is also a master of liver nourishment, liver cleansing, detoxification, and delicious flavor.

Recipe and photos by Sohu

Source: https://www.baogiaothong.vn/loai-ca-bao-boi-dat-do-it-xuong-chi-hap-5-phut-da-co-mon-ngon-bo-duong-192231126222028278.htm