When customers buy the high quality fine frozen yellow large fish from us,how to cook for getting the best tastes?Large yellow croaker (大黄鱼, Dà Huáng Yú) is a prized fish in Chinese cuisine, known for its tender flesh and delicate flavor. Here’s a simple and classic ways to prepare it that will bring out its best taste:

No.1, Steamed Large Yellow Croaker

Ingredients:

• 1 whole large yellow croaker, cleaned and scaled
• 2 inches of fresh ginger, thinly sliced
• 3 scallions, cut into thin strips
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine or cooking wine
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar
• Salt to taste
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• A few slices of red chili (optional, for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Preparation:
   • Clean the fish thoroughly and pat dry with paper towels.
   • Make a few shallow slits on both sides of the fish to allow flavors to penetrate.
   • Season the inside and outside of the fish with a little salt.
2. Steaming Setup:
   • Place a layer of ginger slices at the bottom of a heatproof plate or steamer basket.
   • Lay the fish on top of the ginger slices.
   • Add more ginger slices and scallion strips over the fish.
   • Pour a small amount of Shaoxing wine over the fish.
3. Steaming:
   • Bring water to a boil in a wok or pot with a steaming rack.
   • Place the fish on the rack, cover, and steam over high heat for about 8-10 minutes (depending on the size of the fish). The fish is done when the flesh is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
4. Serving:
   • Remove the fish from the steamer and discard the old ginger and scallions.
   • Arrange new, fresh ginger slices and scallion strips on top of the fish.
   • In a small pan, heat the vegetable oil until it’s hot, then pour it over the fish to create a sizzling effect.
   • In another small bowl, mix together soy sauce, sesame oil, and sugar. Pour this mixture evenly over the fish.
   • Garnish with a few slices of red chili if desired.
5. Enjoy:
   • Serve the steamed large yellow croaker immediately while it’s hot and fragrant.

Steaming is one of the healthiest and most flavorful ways to cook this type of fish, as it preserves the natural moisture and flavor without requiring a lot of added fat. Enjoy your meal!

No.2, Pan-Fried Large Yellow Croaker

Ingredients:

• 1 whole large yellow croaker, cleaned and scaled
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch or flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 inches of fresh ginger, thinly sliced
• 3 scallions, cut into thin strips
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine or cooking wine
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• Sliced red chili (optional, for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Preparation:
   • Clean the fish thoroughly and pat dry with paper towels.
   • Make a few shallow slits on both sides of the fish to allow flavors to penetrate.
   • Season the fish with salt and black pepper.
   • Dust the fish with cornstarch or flour, shaking off any excess.
2. Pan-Frying:
   • Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
   • Carefully place the fish in the skillet and fry until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
   • Remove the fish from the skillet and set aside on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
3. Sauce Preparation:
   • In the same skillet, add a bit more oil if needed and sauté the ginger slices, scallions, and garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
   • Add the soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, sugar, and water. Bring to a simmer and let the sauce reduce slightly, about 2-3 minutes.
4. Combining:
   • Return the fish to the skillet and spoon the sauce over the fish.
   • Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to allow the fish to absorb the flavors.
   • Drizzle with sesame oil and garnish with sliced red chili if desired.
5. Serving:
   • Transfer the fish to a serving plate and pour the remaining sauce over it.
   • Serve immediately with steamed rice.

No.3, Braised Large Yellow Croaker

Ingredients:

• 1 whole large yellow croaker, cleaned and scaled
• 2 inches of fresh ginger, thinly sliced
• 3 scallions, cut into thin strips
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup Shaoxing wine or cooking wine
• 1/4 cup water
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon five-spice powder
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• Sliced red chili (optional, for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Preparation:
   • Clean the fish thoroughly and pat dry with paper towels.
   • Make a few shallow slits on both sides of the fish to allow flavors to penetrate.
   • Season the fish with salt and black pepper.
2. Braising:
   • Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.
   • Add the ginger slices and scallions, and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
   • Add the garlic and sauté for another 30 seconds.
   • Place the fish in the skillet and pour in the soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, water, sugar, five-spice powder, and black pepper.
   • Bring the liquid to a simmer and cover the skillet.
   • Braise the fish for about 10-12 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and the sauce has thickened slightly.
3. Finishing:
   • Remove the fish from the skillet and transfer it to a serving plate.
   • Drizzle the fish with sesame oil and garnish with sliced red chili if desired.
   • Spoon some of the braising sauce over the fish.
4. Serving:
   • Serve the braised large yellow croaker immediately with steamed rice.

No.4, Red-Cooked Large Yellow Croaker

Ingredients:

• 1 whole large yellow croaker, cleaned and scaled
• 2 inches of fresh ginger, thinly sliced
• 3 scallions, cut into thin strips
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup Shaoxing wine or cooking wine
• 1/4 cup water
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon five-spice powder
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 dried red chili (optional, for flavor)
• 1 star anise (optional, for flavor)

Instructions:

1. Preparation:
   • Clean the fish thoroughly and pat dry with paper towels.
   • Make a few shallow slits on both sides of the fish to allow flavors to penetrate.
   • Season the fish with salt and black pepper.
2. Cooking:
   • Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.
   • Add the ginger slices, scallions, garlic, and dried red chili (if using), and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
   • Place the fish in the skillet and pour in the soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, water, sugar, five-spice powder, and star anise (if using).
   • Bring the liquid to a simmer and cover the skillet.
   • Cook for about 10-12 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and the sauce has thickened slightly.
3. Finishing:
   • Remove the fish from the skillet and transfer it to a serving plate.
   • Drizzle the fish with sesame oil and spoon some of the cooking sauce over the fish.
4. Serving:
   • Serve the red-cooked large yellow croaker immediately with steamed rice.

No.5, Grilled Large Yellow Croaker

Ingredients:

• 1 whole large yellow croaker, cleaned and scaled
• 2 inches of fresh ginger, thinly sliced
• 3 scallions, cut into thin strips
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine or cooking wine
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon five-spice powder
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• Vegetable oil for grilling

Instructions:

1. Marination:
   • Clean the fish thoroughly and pat dry with paper towels.
   • Make a few shallow slits on both sides of the fish to allow flavors to penetrate.
   • In a bowl, mix the soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, sesame oil, sugar, five-spice powder, black pepper, and salt.
   • Rub the marinade all over the fish and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
2. Grilling:
   • Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
   • Lightly brush the grill grates with vegetable oil to prevent sticking.
   • Place the fish on the grill and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until the skin is crispy and the flesh is opaque and flaky.
   • If using a charcoal grill, you can place a few pieces of ginger and scallions under the fish to infuse the smoke with additional flavor.
3. Finishing:
   • Remove the fish from the grill and transfer it to a serving plate.
   • Garnish with additional ginger slices and scallion strips.
4. Serving:
   • Serve the grilled large yellow croaker immediately with steamed rice and a side of dipping sauce, such as a mixture of soy sauce and vinegar.

No.6, Stir-Fried Large Yellow Croaker with Vegetables

Ingredients:

• 1 whole large yellow croaker, cleaned and scaled
• 2 inches of fresh ginger, thinly sliced
• 3 scallions, cut into thin strips
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 green bell pepper, sliced
• 1/2 cup bamboo shoots, sliced
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine or cooking wine
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions:

1. Preparation:
   • Clean the fish thoroughly and pat dry with paper towels.
   • Cut the fish into fillets or thick slices.
   • Season the fish with salt and black pepper.
2. Stir-Frying:
   • Heat the vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat.
   • Add the ginger slices, scallions, and garlic, and stir-fry until fragrant, about 1 minute.
   • Add the fish pieces and stir-fry for about 2-3 minutes until they start to turn golden.
   • Add the red and green bell peppers and bamboo shoots, and stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are just tender.
   • Pour in the soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, sesame oil, and sugar. Stir-fry for an additional 1-2 minutes to combine all the flavors.
3. Finishing:
   • Remove the fish and vegetables from the wok and transfer them to a serving plate.
4. Serving:
   • Serve the stir-fried large yellow croaker with vegetables immediately with steamed rice.

These methods offer a variety of flavors and textures, ensuring that you can enjoy the large yellow croaker in different and delicious ways. Happy cooking!