#精品长文创作季#
The home version of the cured and dried grass carp is a delicious dish that combines the tenderness of the grass carp with the special flavor of the marinated grass carp, and then adds a unique taste through the air-drying process. Here's a breakdown of how to make the dish and which ingredients taste better, as well as reminders of what to look out for during the preparation process.
1. Preparation of materials
Grass carp: 1 piece (about 3-4 catties), scaled, gutted, washed, cut into pieces.
Salt: To taste, for marinating grass carp pieces.
High liquor: Appropriate amount, used to increase the flavor and preservative effect of grass carp pieces.
Sliced ginger and green onions: appropriate amount to enhance the flavor of grass carp pieces.
Seasoning (optional): According to personal taste, you can choose to add chili powder, five-spice powder, Sichuan pepper powder and other seasonings to increase the flavor.
Second, the production steps
Marinated grass carp pieces: Put the processed grass carp pieces into a large bowl, add an appropriate amount of salt, high liquor, ginger slices, green onion segments and personal favorite seasonings, mix well and marinate for 2-3 hours to let the grass carp pieces fully absorb the flavor.
Air-dried grass carp pieces: Remove the marinated grass carp pieces and drain the water. Then choose a well-ventilated place with no direct sunlight, and dry the grass carp pieces until the surface is dry and slightly hardened. The drying time depends on the weather and the size of the grass carp pieces, and generally takes 3-5 days.
Storage: Put the air-dried grass carp pieces into a sealed bag or sealed jar and store them in a cool, dry place for several months.
3. Matching suggestions
Steamed food: Put the air-dried grass carp pieces into the steamer together with ginger slices and green onions, and eat them with a bowl of hot rice, which has a delicious taste.
Soup: Dried grass carp pieces are cooked together with tofu, cabbage and other ingredients to make the soup rich and nutritious.
Frying: Fry the air-dried grass carp pieces until golden brown or until crispy, and serve with dipping sauce for a crispy texture.
Stir-fry: Stir-fry the dried grass carp pieces with vegetables, such as stir-fried air-dried fish with garlic, stir-fried air-dried fish with green peppers, etc., with a unique taste.
4. Precautions
Grass carp should be fresh, and the scales and internal organs should be cleaned so as not to affect the taste and flavor.
When marinating, the seasoning should be added in an appropriate amount according to personal taste, and the salt should not be too much, so as not to affect the taste after air drying.
During the air-drying process, it is necessary to keep it well ventilated and avoid direct sunlight to avoid the deterioration of grass carp pieces.
When storing, ensure that the seal is good, and store in a cool and dry place to avoid moisture and insect damage.
Before eating, it can be reprocessed according to personal taste, such as steaming, boiling, frying, frying, etc.
Through the above introduction, I believe you have a detailed understanding of the production method of the home version of pickled air-dried grass carp pieces. Not only is this dish delicious, but it's also packed with nutrients, making it a great home-made dish. Happy cooking and enjoying your meal!