Stewed goby fish is a simple dish but carries rich flavors, delicious and visually appealing in Vietnamese meals. Today, TasteVN will reveal 2 ways to make stewed goby fish with pork belly. Let’s get cooking right away with these 2 stewed dishes!
1. Stewed goby fish with pork belly
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Preparation
15 minutes
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Cooking
30 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Stewed Goby Fish with Pork Belly Serves 4 people
Goby fish 150 gr Pork belly 200 gr Green onions 3 stalks Shallots 2 bulbs Chili peppers 4 pieces Coconut water 50 ml Fish sauce 4 tablespoons Cooking oil 3 tablespoons Common spices a little (pepper/ sugar/ seasoning/ salt)
How to Cook Braised Goby Fish with Pork Belly
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Prepare the Goby Fish
After purchasing the goby fish, wash it thoroughly with water and rub it with salt. Then, rinse it again with clean water.
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Prepare the Pork Belly
For the pork belly, rub it with salt and then soak it in diluted saltwater for about 5 minutes. After that, rinse the meat with clean water.
Next, use a knife to cut the meat into pieces about the thickness of a finger.
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Marinate the Fish and Meat
Add to the fish and meat the minced white part of the green onion, 4 tablespoons of fish sauce, 1 tablespoon of sugar, 1/2 tablespoon of seasoning powder, and 2 teaspoons of pepper, then mix well and let it marinate for 30 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Making caramel
Place a clay pot on the stove, add 3 tablespoons of cooking oil, when the oil is hot, add 1 tablespoon of sugar, stir well until the sugar dissolves and turns a golden brown color.
Tip: You can buy pre-made caramel from markets or supermarkets to use for this dish.
Cooking fish with meat
Add the marinated meat to the clay pot, stir-fry on high heat for about 1 minute until the meat is firm, then add the goby fish and stir well, cooking for 5 minutes.
After that, add 50ml of coconut water, cook on low heat for about 5 minutes, then adjust the seasoning to taste, continuing to cook until the liquid reduces, then turn off the heat.
Finally, add chili and chopped green onions to finish.
Finished product
The dish of braised goby fish with pork belly is extremely delicious and attractive with its beautiful color. The fish is tender, the meat is fatty, and it absorbs rich flavors, served with hot white rice, it’s absolutely wonderful. This is a dish not to be missed for family meals!
2. Braised goby fish with sour pickled mustard greens and pork belly
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Preparation
15 minutes
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Cooking
55 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Braised goby fish with sour pickled mustard greens and pork belly For 4 people
Goby fish 400 gr Pork belly 200 gr Sour pickled mustard greens 300 gr Tomato 1 piece Shallot 1 bulb Green onion 3 stalks Fish sauce 3 tablespoons Tamarind sauce 100 ml Chili 6 pieces Cooking oil 200 ml Common spices a little (seasoning/ salt/ pepper)
How to choose fresh ingredients
How to choose good sour pickled mustard greens
- You can buy sour pickled mustard greens at markets, supermarkets, or reputable grocery stores.
- If you buy pickled mustard greens at the market, only choose the ones that have turned bright yellow and are still being soaked.
- Pay attention to the packaging and expiration date to ensure you select good pickled mustard greens. Additionally, you can also make them at home to ensure hygiene and quality.
How to choose fresh and delicious tomatoes
- Based on color: You should choose tomatoes with bright red skin, evenly colored. The outer skin should be intact, without scratches, and firm, indicating fresh and delicious tomatoes.
- Based on aroma: Naturally ripened tomatoes often have a mild fragrance that can be clearly detected when sniffed. In contrast, tomatoes that have been artificially ripened lack aroma.
See details: How to choose delicious tomatoes
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How to cook braised goby fish with pickled vegetables and pork belly
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Prepare the goby fish
Use a knife to cut off the head and tail of the goby fish, then rinse it thoroughly with water.
Next, to reduce the fishy smell and sliminess, soak the fish in diluted saltwater for 10 minutes, then rinse with clean water.
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Prepare other ingredients
Use a knife to finely chop the shallots and green onions that have been washed.
For the tomatoes, wash them thoroughly and cut them into wedges.
For the pork belly, rinse the meat with water, then soak it in diluted saltwater for about 10 minutes and rinse again with clean water. After that, use a knife to cut the meat into pieces about the thickness of a finger.
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Fry the goby fish
Place a pan on the stove, add 200ml of cooking oil and heat it up. When the oil is hot, add the goby fish and fry it submerged in oil over high heat for about 5 – 7 minutes, then remove the fish.
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Sauté the ingredients
Place a pot on the stove, add 3 tablespoons of cooking oil (the oil used to fry the fish) and heat it up. When the oil is hot, add sliced shallots and sauté until fragrant and golden, then add tomatoes along with pork belly and sauté over high heat for about 1 minute.
Then, add 300g of sour pickled vegetables and continue to sauté for 2 minutes.
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Fish Stew
You put into the pot: 1/2 tablespoon of seasoning, 1 teaspoon of pepper, 3 tablespoons of fish sauce, and 100ml of fermented soybean sauce, then mix well.
Then add 1 liter of water, 6 chili peppers, and the fried fish into the pot, adjust the seasoning to taste, cover the pot, and stew on low heat for about 45 minutes. Turn off the heat, add chopped green onions, and it’s done.
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Final Product
The stewed goby with pickled vegetables and pork belly is sure to impress your family with its rich, delicious flavor and beautiful color.
The fried fish is crispy, not mushy, combined with tender pork belly and soft tomatoes, and the crunchy pickled vegetables are incredibly appealing!
How to choose fresh and delicious goby fish
- Choose goby fish that are not too big, medium-sized or slightly smaller goby fish are best for making braised dishes.
- The fish should not have a pale color, the flesh should be firm and not mushy when touched, especially the fish should not have an unpleasant smell.
- Choose fish with bright colors, clear eyes, and firm skin and body.
See details: How to choose fresh and delicious fish
How to remove slime from goby fish
- Clean goby fish with salt and vinegar: With this method, just mix vinegar with a little salt and gently rub it on the fish’s body, the fish will be cleaned of slime and the fishy smell will be significantly reduced.
- Clean goby fish with rice water: Soak the goby fish in a basin of rice water, then gently squeeze to remove the slime and dirt, rinse again with clean water.
- Clean goby fish with flour: Use flour on the fish, then scrub off the slime on the fish and rinse with water.
See details: 7 tips to easily and effectively remove fishy smell
How to choose fresh and delicious pork belly
- Choose pieces of meat that are bright pink, with high elasticity; when pressed with your hand, it should not leave a dent.
- Fresh meat should be firm, evenly colored, not slimy, and have no unpleasant smell.
- Additionally, you should choose meat with a balanced ratio of lean and fat, with a thick outer layer of skin, fat about 1.5 – 2cm thick, and the lean meat should be tightly attached to the layer of fat, which will make it tastier when braised.
See details: How to choose fresh and delicious pork belly
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So you now know how to make 2 dishes of goby fish stew with pork belly that are delicious and flavorful for your family meal. TasteVN wishes you success!
*Refer to images and recipes from the YouTube channel: Delicious Dishes and Feedy Delicious Dishes
