Pan-Seared Pacific Saury

Cooking StepsHow to cook Pan-Seared Pacific Saury step by step

Cooking Process

1. 
   Step 1

   Remove the heads and clean out the innards of the saury.

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2. 
   Step 2

   Make diagonal cuts on both sides and cut each fish into two pieces.

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3. 
   Step 3

   Add 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine, a dash of white vinegar, 1 tsp salt, and black pepper to taste. Add ginger slices and scallion segments, then marinate for 30 minutes.

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4. 
   Step 4

   Heat the pan until smoking, then swirl in cold oil to coat. Place the saury in the pan — don’t flip too soon; wait until one side is set before turning. Pan-sear over medium-low heat until both sides are golden and slightly charred.

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5. 
   Step 5

   Remove the finished pieces as they’re done.

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6. 
   Step 6

   Once all pieces are seared, sprinkle with salt and pepper seasoning.

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7. 
   Step 7

   Garnish with chopped scallions and serve.

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