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Changhong catfish with ginger and chili

苌弘鲶鱼

Cháng Hóng Niányú

A Ziyang catfish dish with young ginger, chilies and fermented chili broad-bean paste. Beer can be added to the braising liquid, with celery and scallion giving an aromatic finish.

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Savory, chili-forward and gingery.

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Texture
Tender fish in a seasoned braising sauce.

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Sichuan

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Sichuan: Associated with Ziyang, Sichuan.

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