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Sun-dried fish is a renowned delicacy from coastal regions, familiar and easily enjoyed by all ages in the family. Not only delicious, but sun-dried fish also contains plenty of nutrients, suitable as a symbolic gift representing the coastal specialty.
There are various types of sun-dried fish such as sun-dried tuna, sun-dried mackerel, sun-dried snakehead fish ... Additionally, sun-dried catfish is particularly delicious when dried. This article will guide you on how to make fragrant and delicious sun-dried catfish easily at home.
Ingredients for making sun-dried catfish
- 6 fresh catfish
- 250g rock salt
- High-quality fish sauce, seasoning powder, peppercorns
Ingredients for making sun-dried catfish
How to make delicious sun-dried fish
Step 1: Preparing the sun-dried fish
- Fresh sun-dried fish should be bought and then cut off the head, tail, and fins. Next, clean the belly area and remove all the fish skin. Then, rinse thoroughly and let it drain.
Preparing the ingredients for sun-dried fish
Step 2: Marinate the fish with spices
- Prepare a clean basin with 1 liter of clean water. Add salt, seasoning powder, fish sauce, and pepper into the basin, stir well until the spices are dissolved. Then, place the fish in the basin one by one, marinate thoroughly to ensure the spice mixture covers the fish. Let the fish rest for about 20 minutes to absorb the spices and remove impurities from the fish.
Marinating the fish with spices
- Once the fish has marinated for the specified time, remove the fish from the basin and rinse it thoroughly with water, then let it drain.
- Use paper towels or clean cloths to thoroughly absorb any remaining water on the fish. Then, place each fish onto a tray and expose them to the sunlight.
Sun-drying the fish
- When sun-drying the fish, ensure that the drying area is free from pests, low humidity, and mosquitoes. Flip the fish every hour until fully dried.
- Finally, harvest the fish and store them in clean plastic jars, clean nylon bags, or tightly sealed glass jars for oil preservation.
Storing sun-dried fish
- To ensure the best preservation, wrap the fish in a layer of paper and store it in the freezer compartment of the refrigerator, avoiding placing it in the cool compartment or in a humid place, which may cause the fish to spoil quickly.
Delicious and tempting sun-dried fish product
Sun-dried fish, after drying, has a soft, chewy texture and a moderate fragrance. You can fry, stir-fry, and cook the fish to bring out the incredibly appealing flavor of each tender, chewy piece of fish, ensuring your family will not be disappointed.
