Korean Steamed Croaker (White Fish Radish Soy)
Mineo-jjim is a Korean steamed croaker prepared with Korean radish, green onion, ginger, and rice wine. Croaker is prized among white fish for its fine-grained flesh and mild aroma, and steaming preserves its delicate, moist texture without drying it out. Ginger and rice wine work together to eliminate any trace of fishiness, while the radish releases a gentle sweetness into the broth as it cooks. Seasoned with just a touch of soy sauce at the end, this dish lets the natural flavor of the fish take center stage and is well suited for formal meals.
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Instructions
- 1
Scale and gut the croaker, then rinse thoroughly.
- 2
Slice radish thickly and layer it on the bottom of a pot.
- 3
Place fish on top, add water, rice wine, and ginger, then bring to a simmer.
- 4
Cover and steam-braise over medium heat for 20 minutes.
- 5
Add soy sauce and green onion, cook 5 more minutes, then serve.
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