Royal Koi Fish Gau Recipe
Black cod, King prawn and plum sauce.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Seasoning
Garnish
Method
Preparing the Ingredients
- 1
Prepare the Black Cod
Rinse the black cod under cold water and pat it dry with paper towels. Cut it into 4 equal fillets.
- 2
Prepare the King Prawns
Peel and devein the king prawns, removing the shells and tails. Rinse them under cold water and set aside.
- 3
Mix the Seasoning
In a small bowl, combine the minced garlic, grated ginger, salt, and black pepper to create a seasoning mix.
Cooking the Dish
- 4
Sear the Black Cod
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add a splash of oil and place the black cod fillets in the skillet. Sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- 5
Sauté the King Prawns
In the same skillet, after the cod is done, add the king prawns. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and are cooked through.
- 6
Add Plum Sauce
Reduce the heat to low and pour the plum sauce over the cooked black cod and king prawns. Gently toss to coat and heat through for another 2 minutes.
Garnishing and Serving
- 7
Garnish the Dish
Sprinkle the chopped spring onions and sesame seeds over the top of the fish and prawns for garnish.
- 8
Serve
Transfer the Royal Koi Fish Gau to a serving platter and enjoy hot with steamed rice or noodles.
