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Korean Spicy Braised Mackerel #SundaySupper

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Sunday Supper is 4 years old this month and we’re celebrating in a big way! January is officially National Sunday Supper Month. Our mission has always been simple – bringing Sunday Supper back around the family table.  It doesn’t have to be fancy or formal, but just some time to unplug and connect with family and friends with good food. Heck, you can even visit our website and take a pledge as a promise to yourself and family to carry out this simple mission.

National #SundaySupper Month

We’re kicking off this auspicious month with 50+ family favorite recipes! I’m bringing a somewhat traditional dish to the table – Korean Spicy Braised Mackerel (Godeungeo mu jorim). As the name suggests, it’s spicy and packed with flavor. And as a bonus, the potent aromas will let your whole household and your neighbors know what you’re having for dinner! If you’ve never tried mackerel, it is very fishy and bony. There are different species, but the one you want is NOT the Spanish mackerel, but the smaller one. If you can’t find mackerel, or if you prefer something meatier and less fishy, you can certainly substitute swordfish steaks or fillets.

Korean Spicy Braised Mackerel #SundaySupper

Holy mackerel!

The reduced brothy sauce is an elixir that is so comforting. The slightly bitter radish is a must to complement the fish as well as a perfect flavor sponge for the sauce. If you can find mu or Korean radish, that is ideal, but the more accessible daikon (Japanese radish) works perfectly in this dish.

Korean Radish - Korean Spicy Braised Mackerel #SundaySupper

Mu or Korean radish.

The consistency of the brothy sauce is between a soup and a thick sauce. Some restaurants reduce the sauce to almost nothing, but personally I prefer to hold back on the reduction enough for several spoonfuls. And because the reduction is a bit concentrated, you want to eat this dish with a big bowl of steamed rice.

 

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Korean Spicy Braised Mackerel #SundaySupper

Course: Main
Cuisine: Korean
Author: Amy Kim | kimchi MOM

Ingredients

  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon minced ginger
  • 3 tablespoons gochugaru Korean crushed red pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon white granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 medium-sized fillet of mackerel cleaned and cut into 3-inch sections
  • 1 small Korean radish or 1 medium daikon
  • 1 small onion thinly sliced
  • 5 stalks green onion cut into 2-inch sections

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, mix together the garlic, ginger, gochugaru, sugar, soy sauce, and sesame oil. You want a paste-like consistency.
  • Slice the radish into 2" x 1" x 1/2" thick sections. Cut the radish crosswise into 2-inch sections, then cut those sections in half, and slice into 1/2-inch thick sections.
  • Korean Spicy Braised Mackerel #SundaySupper | kimchimom.com
  • In medium-sized saucepan or braiser, layer the bottom with the radish and onions. Next, spread the red pepper seasoning over the radish. Then place the fish on top of everything. Pour in about 1 to 1 1/2 cups of water. It does not need to cover the fish. Over high heat, bring to a boil. Cover, lower heat to medium-low and let simmer for about 30 minutes. About halfway through, carefully flip the fish over with a pair of tongs. And spoon the brothy sauce over the fish.
  • After the fish has cooked through, remove the lid, raise the heat to medium-high to bring the mixture to a high simmer. Throw in the green onions and cook for another 10-15 minutes to reduce the liquid. Periodically spoon the sauce over the fish.
  • Serve family-style.

Korean Spicy Braised Mackerel #SundaySupper | kimchimom.com

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Help us celebrate National Sunday Supper Month by entering the Idaho® Potato Let’s Poutine recipe contest, sponsored by the Idaho Potato Commission, with prizes of $500, $200 and $100, plus a ticket for each winner to Food Wine Conference 2016. All the rules and conditions for entry can be found on our Sunday Supper Movement website.

Sunday Supper MovementJoin the #SundaySupper conversation on Twitter on Sunday! We tweet throughout the day and share recipes from all over the world. Our weekly chat starts at 7:00 pm ET. Follow the #SundaySupper hashtag and remember to include it in your tweets to join in the chat.
To get more great Sunday Supper Recipes, visit our website or check out our Pinterest board.

Would you like to join the Sunday Supper Movement? It’s easy. You can sign up by clicking here: Sunday Supper Movement.Appetizers and Soups

Main courses

Side dishes

Desserts

 

 

Help us celebrate National Sunday Supper Month by entering the Idaho® Potato Let’s Poutine recipe contest, sponsored by the Idaho Potato Commission, with prizes of $500, $200 and $100, plus a ticket for each winner to Food and Wine Conference 2016. All the rules and conditions for entry can be found on our Sunday Supper Movement website.

Sunday Supper MovementJoin the #SundaySupper conversation on Twitter on Sunday! We tweet throughout the day and share recipes from all over the world. Our weekly chat starts at 7:00 pm ET. Follow the #SundaySupper hashtag and remember to include it in your tweets to join in the chat.
To get more great Sunday Supper Recipes, visit our website or check out our Pinterest board.

Would you like to join the Sunday Supper Movement? It’s easy. You can sign up by clicking here: Sunday Supper Movement.

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