Sweet Soy Braised Bronzini with Carmelized Shallots

Sweet Soy Braised Bronzini with Carmelized Shallots

Cooking dinner for one on a budget has been a bit tricky for me, however today I managed to find a very friendly and convenient fish monger here in Bayridge (Chef with a Sole, 3rd ave btwn 86th and 85th street), once I walked in I saw very fresh produce of which he told me that he hand picks every morning at the fulton fish market. As an added bonus they will even peel, clean, fillet, and cook ($2/lb) any fish you purchase. I decided to pick up a 1 lb whole Bronzini, of which they professionally cleaned and gutted it for me.

After spending some time in Canada with Angkong (grandpa), of who is also an excellent chef and someone that knows how to really eat good chinese food! He has inspired me to create this dish, so here is to a great man with a great taste for food.

Prep your ingredients in advance, stuff belly of fish with garlic, julienne ginger, and cilantro.

Season fish with kosher salt and crushed black pepper. Prepare sweet soy braising liquid.

Deep fry shallots to golden brown in oil, drain and cool. Deep fry entire fish 4 mins each side.

Remove all oil, and add braising liquid. Braise for 3 more mins.

Korean Microwave Rice(2 mins), surprisingly delicious and taste very fresh! Perfect for myself when cooking for one!

The cheeks of each fish are said to be the most succulent and sweetest part of the entire fish. They are considered a delicacy in the east, and was a prized piece of every meal with fish in my home. For this night it is all mine. Good eats indeed.

I'll follow up with a full recipe in a few days.