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Delicious Kinmedai Nitsuke Recipe (Braised Alfonsino)

Kinmedai Nitsuke: Braised Alfonsino

Kinmedai Nitsuke, or Braised Alfonsino, is a heartwarming dish that brings back memories of cozy family dinners. It's easy to prepare and is sure to impress your loved ones!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Kinmedai Nitsuke
  • 2 whole kinmedai (alfonsino) fish cleaned and scaled
  • 1 cup soy sauce
  • 1 cup sake
  • 1 cup mirin
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 large piece ginger sliced
  • 2-3 pieces green onions cut into 2-inch lengths
  • 1 tbsp sugar
Optional Garnish
  • shiso leaves for garnish

Equipment

  • Large Pot

Method
 

  1. Step 1: In a large pot, combine the soy sauce, sake, mirin, water, ginger, and sugar. Stir well to make sure the sugar dissolves completely.
  2. Step 2: Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat. The aroma will start to fill your kitchen.
  3. Step 3: Once boiling, carefully add the kinmedai fish to the pot. Be gentle; we want to keep the fish intact.
  4. Step 4: Reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Let it simmer for about 20-25 minutes, basting the fish occasionally with the braising liquid.
  5. Step 5: After the fish is thoroughly cooked and tender, remove it from the pot and place it on a serving dish.
  6. Step 6: Strain the braising liquid to remove the ginger and green onions, then return it to the pot and simmer until it thickens slightly.
  7. Step 7: Pour the reduced sauce over the fish and garnish with shiso leaves if desired.
  8. Step 8: Serve warm and enjoy the delightful flavors!

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The flavors will continue to develop as it sits!