Braised Semi-Dried Flatfish with Teriyaki Sauce
A Rice-Stealing Dish! Deliciously Chewy Semi-Dried Flatfish Braised in Teriyaki Sauce
Flatfish dishes are always a hit at the dinner table! This recipe features chewy, semi-dried flatfish braised in a rich and savory teriyaki sauce, creating a dish that both adults and children will adore. The fish is lightly pan-seared for a delightful texture before being simmered to perfection in the flavorful sauce. It’s a simple yet impressive side dish that pairs wonderfully with rice. Let’s make this easy teriyaki flatfish today!
Main Ingredients
- 2 pieces semi-dried flatfish
- 1 onion
- 2 green chilies (1 large)
- 2 red chilies (1 large)
- 6 Tbsp teriyaki sauce
Perfect Teriyaki Sauce Ratio
- 8 Tbsp soy sauce
- 3 Tbsp vinegar
- 4 Tbsp sugar
- 4 Tbsp sake (cooking wine)
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp corn syrup (or oligosaccharide)
- 1/2 tsp ginger powder
- 1/4 cup water (approx. 50ml)
- 8 Tbsp soy sauce
- 3 Tbsp vinegar
- 4 Tbsp sugar
- 4 Tbsp sake (cooking wine)
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp corn syrup (or oligosaccharide)
- 1/2 tsp ginger powder
- 1/4 cup water (approx. 50ml)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Prepare the semi-dried flatfish, which has been dried to a wonderfully chewy texture. It offers a more satisfying chewiness than fresh flatfish and a richer flavor when cooked.
Step 2
Since the flatfish is already well-prepared, make 3-4 shallow cuts on each side. This will help the sauce penetrate deeply into the fish, enhancing its flavor as it braises.
Step 3
Cut the onion in half and slice it thinly into strips. Slice the chilies diagonally after removing the seeds. If you enjoy a bit of spice, you can use Korean green chilies (cheongyang peppers), but omit them or use regular bell peppers if serving to children.
Step 4
Mix all the teriyaki sauce ingredients together. (8 Tbsp soy sauce, 3 Tbsp vinegar, 4 Tbsp sugar, 4 Tbsp sake, 1 Tbsp minced garlic, 1 Tbsp sesame oil, 1 Tbsp corn syrup, 1/2 tsp ginger powder, 1/4 cup water). Making a larger batch of this versatile teriyaki sauce and storing it in the refrigerator makes it convenient for various dishes. For an even richer flavor, you can simmer the sauce in a pot until it boils, then let it cool before use.
Step 5
Heat a lightly oiled pan over medium-low heat. Place the flatfish in the pan and sear both sides until golden brown. Avoid flipping the fish too frequently, as it can break apart. Cook slowly and patiently, flipping only once or twice, to achieve a delicious, non-burnt, and savory result.
Step 6
Arrange the sliced onions and chili peppers attractively over the seared flatfish. Evenly drizzle the prepared 6 tablespoons of teriyaki sauce over the fish and vegetables. Feel free to adjust the amount of sauce to your preference.
Step 7
While the dish is braising over medium-low heat, spoon some of the sauce from the pan over the fish and vegetables a couple of times. This helps the flavors meld and keeps the fish moist. Since the fish is already cooked, braise for only about 2-3 minutes until the sauce has slightly thickened and coats the ingredients.
Step 8
Once the sauce has thickened and coats the ingredients beautifully, your delicious braised semi-dried flatfish with teriyaki sauce is ready! Serve it hot with a side of steamed rice for a delightful meal.
