
Grilled Gizzard Shad
Jeoneo-gui is a classic Korean grilled gizzard shad dish, seasoned simply with salt and grilled until the skin is crisp and the flesh is rich and savory.
Instructions
- 1
Scale and gut the gizzard shad, rinse well under running water, and pat completely dry.
- 2
Score both sides lightly, season evenly with coarse salt, and let rest for 10 minutes.
- 3
Finely mince the ginger, slice the chili, and mix with soy sauce and vinegar to make a ginger soy dip.
- 4
Brush a hot pan or grill lightly with oil, then cook the fish over medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes per side.
- 5
When the skin is crisp and the flesh is cooked through, remove and rest for 1 minute.
- 6
Serve with lemon wedges and enjoy immediately with the ginger soy dipping sauce.
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