Crispy skin protects and complements the delicate filets of broiled snapper sauced with fresh ginger and scallion. Our Galil blend with lemongrass and sage seasons fresh fish with a wonderful fragrance.
As one of the many symbolic dishes for Lunar New Year, whole fish is always present as a sign of prosperity. In Chinese "fish" sounds like "surplus" so whole fish symbolizes an increase in "prosperity*. May you have more than you need in the coming year!
Onto a broil safe tray, place the snapper and cut diagonal slits through the skin. Be careful to cut just the skin and not through the entire filet.
*For more fascinating information on Lunar New Year dishes including details on homophones for even which type of fish to use, check out this great article from Chinahighlights.com.
For those spices that typically aren’t eaten whole (peppercorns, allspice, star anise etc.) it is convenient to keep a little bit ground and ready – just do small batches to keep things fresh. This is the grinder Lior recommends and uses for small needs. It’s a little quieter, utilizes good technology to help with even grinding, and has a removable container for easy cleaning and storage.
Shaoxing rice wine can be found online and in Asian grocery stores. If it is not available, other rice wines like mirin can be used to substitute - even white wine in a pinch. The wine offers nice flavor and texture to the dish so do try to include it.
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