Steamed Fish Head Chili

About This Recipe

Hunan steamed fish head with chopped pepper is a classic traditional Hunan dish and a representative work of Hunan cuisine. Pepper fish head is sour, spicy and fragrant, and is finely processed. It is famous for stewing, boiling, steaming and frying. It's popular among local families and restaurants.

Ingredients List

• 1 fish head
• 100g crushed chili pepper
• 1 tbsp tempeh
• 3 slices of ginger
• 5 cloves garlic

Cooking Steps

1. 1. Wash the fish head, marinate with salt and cooking wine for 15 minutes
2. 2. Place Hunan peppercorn steamed fish head on a plate, top with fish he
   teaming tray
3. 4. Steam over high heat for 15-20 minutes until cooked through
4. 5. Take it out and pour off the excess soup in the plate.
5. 6. Pour in hot oil and steamed fish soy sauce and serve

Cultural Tips

Hunan cuisine is one of the eight major cuisines in China and is famous for its spicy and sour taste. Hunan cuisine pays attention to the freshness of ingredients and fine knife skills. Chili fish head, Mapo tofu, braised pork, etc. are all classic representatives of Hunan cuisine. Hunan steamed fish head with chopped pepper is a household name in Hunan. It is a must-have dish for festivals and family gatherings, and is the epitome of Hunan cuisine food culture.