The method
3 steps · 45 min
- 01
Sear fish golden on both sides.
- 02
Add aromatics, soy, sugar, wine, water; simmer covered 15 minutes basting.
- 03
Reduce sauce to a glaze; pour over fish.

Whole fish braised in a glossy mahogany sauce of dark soy, rock sugar, ginger, and Shaoxing.
3 steps · 45 min
Sear fish golden on both sides.
Add aromatics, soy, sugar, wine, water; simmer covered 15 minutes basting.
Reduce sauce to a glaze; pour over fish.