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Japanese Fish Stew in Sauce

This traditional Japanese dinner couldn't be simpler! Japanese-style stewed fish in sauce is a sure hit with the whole family — it comes out incredibly tasty, juicy, and rich. In Japan it's considered a traditional country dish, made with all sorts of fish, though white-fleshed fish works best. It pairs beautifully with boiled or steamed vegetables, fresh herbs, and slices of ginger root. Definitely worth making!

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Nutrients and energy value of the composition of the recipe
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Proteins 0 % 0 g
Fats 0 % 0 g
Carbohydrates 100 % 6 g
24 kcal
GI: 67 / 0 / 33
    1. Rinse the fish and place the pieces in a medium saucepan. White-fleshed fish is best, but not required. 2. In a second saucepan, bring about 1 liter (4 cups) of water to a boil — a little more is fine. Pour the boiling water over the fish so the pieces are fully covered. Let stand about 1 minute, then drain; in that time the fish firms up slightly and takes on its characteristic aroma. Submerge the fish in the remaining cold, clean water for 30 seconds, then drain again. 3. In a separate saucepan, combine the sake, mirin, and soy sauce. Stir in the sugar and set over medium heat. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves completely. 4. Once boiling, add the fish pieces, cover, and cook over medium heat for 10 minutes; the sauce should reduce by about half. If there's still a lot, cook a little longer. 5. When the sauce has reduced by half, stir in the tamari and the grated fresh ginger. Cook everything together another 5 minutes, until the sauce thickens, then remove from the heat. 6. Divide the fish among four flat plates and spoon the hot sauce over the top. Serve right away with a side of fresh ginger or boiled vegetables. Garnish with sprigs of fresh herbs if you like. Enjoy!

Caloric content of the products possible in the composition of the dish

  • Ginger - 80  kcal/100g
  • Dry ginger - 347  kcal/100g
  • Pickled ginger - 51  kcal/100g
  • Soy sauce - 51  kcal/100g
  • Granulated sugar - 398  kcal/100g
  • Sugar - 398  kcal/100g
  • Sake - 50  kcal/100g
  • Water - 0  kcal/100g
  • Rice wine - 256  kcal/100g

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