Zesty Asian Fish Broth
Elevate your culinary creations with this Zesty Asian Fish Broth, a fragrant and flavorful stock that marries the essence of fresh fish bones with the heat of serrano chili and the aromatic notes of ginger. Enhanced by the richness of white wine and the distinctive flavor of rice wine or dry sherry, this broth serves as the perfect base for a variety of Asian-inspired soups, sauces, and marinades. With its depth of flavor and vibrant essence, this broth is sure to impress in any dish you choose to create.
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Servings
100
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
peanut oil
2 tablespoons (none)
yellow onions
2 small (chopped)
celery ribs
2 (chopped)
fresh ginger
2 inches (sliced or crushed)
green serrano chili
1 small (halved)
fresh fish bones
2 lbs (from white, non-oily fish)
filtered water or mineral water
12 cups (none)
white wine
2 cups (none)
rice wine or dry sherry
1 cup (none)
kosher salt
1 teaspoon (none)
Instructions
1
In a large stockpot, heat the peanut oil over medium heat until shimmering.
2
Add the chopped onions and celery, sautéing for about 5 minutes until they become translucent.
3
Introduce the fresh ginger and halved serrano chili to the pot, continuing to sauté for another 3 minutes until the ingredients are fragrant and golden.
4
Carefully add the fish bones to the pot, stirring gently to combine. Sweat the mixture for 10 minutes, allowing the bones to release their flavors.
5
Pour in the filtered or mineral water, followed by the white wine and rice wine or sherry. Stir in the kosher salt.
6
Raise the heat to bring the mixture to a vigorous boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Partially cover the pot and let it simmer for 1 hour, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.
7
After simmering, strain the broth through a fine-mesh sieve to remove solids, discarding the solids.
8
Cool the broth to room temperature, then transfer it to storage containers. Refrigerate for up to a week or freeze in ice cube trays for convenience.
Nutrition Information
3.75g
Fat
7.5g
Carbs
5g
Protein
0.83g
Fiber
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zesty Asian Fish Broth?
It is a fragrant and flavorful stock made from fish bones, serrano chili, ginger, and white wine, designed as a base for Asian-inspired dishes.
What type of fish bones are best for this broth?
You should use fresh bones from white, non-oily fish for the best results.
Can I use oily fish bones?
No, the recipe specifically recommends using non-oily white fish bones to maintain the intended flavor profile.
How many calories are in a serving of this broth?
There are 100 calories per serving of this fish broth.
What gives the broth its heat?
The heat comes from one small green serrano chili, which is halved and sautéed with aromatics.
What oil should I use to sauté the vegetables?
The recipe calls for 2 tablespoons of peanut oil.
How long should I sauté the onions and celery?
Sauté the chopped onions and celery for about 5 minutes until they become translucent.
How much ginger is required?
The recipe uses 2 inches of fresh ginger, which can be sliced or crushed.
What is the purpose of sweating the fish bones?
Sweating the bones for 10 minutes allows them to release their natural flavors into the base mixture before adding liquids.
Can I use tap water for the broth?
The recipe suggests using filtered or mineral water for a cleaner and more vibrant flavor.
What kind of wine is used in this recipe?
The broth uses 2 cups of white wine and 1 cup of rice wine or dry sherry.
Can I substitute the rice wine?
Yes, you can use dry sherry as a substitute for rice wine.
How much salt is added?
The recipe requires 1 teaspoon of kosher salt.
Should the broth be boiled or simmered?
Bring the mixture to a vigorous boil first, then reduce the heat to a simmer.
How long does the broth need to simmer?
The broth should simmer for 1 hour with the pot partially covered.
How do I remove the solids from the broth?
Strain the broth through a fine-mesh sieve and discard the bones and vegetables.
How long can I refrigerate the finished broth?
The broth can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.
What is a convenient way to freeze the broth?
You can freeze the broth in ice cube trays for easy portioning and convenience.
What is the fat content of this broth?
The broth contains 3.75g of fat per serving.
How much protein is in the broth?
There are 5g of protein per serving.
Does this broth contain carbohydrates?
Yes, it contains 7.5g of carbohydrates per serving.
Is there any fiber in the fish broth?
Yes, there is approximately 0.83g of fiber per serving.
What are the main aromatics used?
The main aromatics are yellow onions, celery, fresh ginger, and green serrano chili.
Can this broth be used for marinades?
Yes, it serves as an excellent base for soups, sauces, and marinades.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 10 main ingredients used to create this broth.
Is this recipe considered sustainable?
Yes, it is tagged as sustainable cooking because it utilizes fish bones that might otherwise go to waste.
What type of onions should I use?
The recipe specifies using 2 small yellow onions.
Do I need to peel the ginger?
The instructions suggest the ginger can be sliced or crushed, but peeling is optional based on preference.
Is the serrano chili used whole?
No, the chili should be halved before being added to the pot.
What should I do after straining the broth?
Cool the broth to room temperature before transferring it to storage containers.