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Crucian Carp, Black Bean and Peanut Soup
This comforting soup brings together the delicate sweetness of red dates with the rich umami from the carp and peanuts creating a truly soothing flavor profile. You will enjoy a smooth silky texture in the broth alongside tender pieces of fish and soft bean chunks for a delightful mouthful. It is a perfect warm dish […]
- Prep
- 5m
- Cook
- 1m
- Total
- 6m
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Spice
- 1/5
- Cuisine
- Chinese
IngredientsWhat you'll need for Crucian Carp, Black Bean and Peanut Soup
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| crucian carp | 1 as needed |
| peanuts | 1 as needed |
| black beans | 1 as needed |
| red dates (jujubes) | 1 as needed |
| ginger | a few |
- crucian carp1 as needed
- peanuts1 as needed
- black beans1 as needed
- red dates (jujubes)1 as needed
- gingera few
Cooking StepsHow to cook Crucian Carp, Black Bean and Peanut Soup step by step
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Step 1Wash all ingredients thoroughly. Make sure to clean the black membrane inside the fish belly, otherwise it will taste fishy.
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Step 2Place black beans, peanuts, and red dates in a clay pot with water and bring to a boil. Meanwhile, heat oil in a pan over high heat, add a pinch of salt, and fry the fish until golden brown on both sides. This step makes the soup sweeter and more flavorful.
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Step 3Transfer the fried fish into the boiling clay pot. Reduce to low heat and simmer for about one hour.
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Step 4Once the soup has thickened and become rich, season with salt to taste and serve hot. Drink it while it’s hot to avoid any fishy taste. If you are concerned about fish bones, you can place the fish in a soup bag before cooking. Adjust the method to your preference.
Crucian Carp, Black Bean and Peanut Soup
This comforting soup brings together the delicate sweetness of red dates with the rich umami from the carp and peanuts creating a truly soothing flavor profile. You will enjoy a smooth silky texture in the broth alongside tender pieces of fish and soft bean chunks for a delightful mouthful. It is a perfect warm dish […]
Ingredients
- 1 as needed crucian carp
- 1 as needed peanuts
- 1 as needed black beans
- 1 as needed red dates (jujubes)
- a few ginger
Instructions
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Wash all ingredients thoroughly. Make sure to clean the black membrane inside the fish belly, otherwise it will taste fishy.
-
Place black beans, peanuts, and red dates in a clay pot with water and bring to a boil. Meanwhile, heat oil in a pan over high heat, add a pinch of salt, and fry the fish until golden brown on both sides. This step makes the soup sweeter and more flavorful.
-
Transfer the fried fish into the boiling clay pot. Reduce to low heat and simmer for about one hour.
-
Once the soup has thickened and become rich, season with salt to taste and serve hot. Drink it while it’s hot to avoid any fishy taste. If you are concerned about fish bones, you can place the fish in a soup bag before cooking. Adjust the method to your preference.
