Tea Sauce For White Fish Recipe

Elevate your white fish with this exquisite tea sauce, inspired by the culinary traditions of Northern India. Perfect for mountain trout, mahseer, or any firm white fish, this vibrant sauce boasts a unique blend of aromatic spices and the subtle complexity of steeped tea. Imagine flaky fish, glistening with a light, flavorful sauce – a taste of the Himalayas on your plate! Prepare this dish in just 20 minutes.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 111 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Tea Sauce For White Fish

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How to Make Tea Sauce For White Fish

  1. Combine tea leaves and water in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
  2. Reduce heat to low, cover, and steep for 3-5 minutes. Do not boil.
  3. Remove from heat and let the tea steep for an additional minute in the residual heat. Avoid over-steeping to prevent bitterness.
  4. Strain the tea leaves through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl, discarding the leaves.
  5. Add the ginger, garlic, peppercorns, white wine vinegar, soy sauce, and lemon juice to the strained tea. Whisk to combine.
  6. Let the mixture cool to room temperature on the counter (about 10 minutes).
  7. Strain the sauce again through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the peppercorns, garlic, and ginger.
  8. Whisk in the olive oil and honey until well combined.
  9. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Add more honey for sweetness or vinegar for tartness.
  10. The sauce can be made ahead and refrigerated. Bring the olive oil to room temperature before serving.
  11. Use the sauce to baste grilled, baked, or pan-seared fish. Drizzle over finished fish or serve on the side as a dipping sauce or over rice.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

17g

Fat

7g

Carbs

1g

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