He from fish
4 servings
45 minutes
Hae is a popular dish in Korean cuisine known for its vibrant and spicy flavor. Its roots trace back to ancient Korean traditions of preparing pickled dishes where vinegar essence and spices play a key role in creating a rich flavor bouquet. Fish infused with the aroma of soy sauce, garlic, and hot spices acquires a tender texture, while crunchy carrots and juicy onions add freshness. This dish is perfect for lovers of Eastern cuisine; it can be served as an appetizer or enjoyed on its own. The spicy and rich taste of hae makes it an excellent choice for festive tables, and the marinating process reveals the depth of its flavor nuances. Hae is not just food; it's a gastronomic journey into the world of traditional Korean cooking.
1
Separate the fish from the bones and cut it into small pieces.
- Fish fillet: 500 g
2
Cut half of the medium carrot into strips.
- Carrot: 1 piece
3
Slice the onion into half rings.
- Onion: 2 pieces
4
Add carrot, onion, salt, sugar, soy sauce, black pepper, red pepper, and vinegar essence to the fish. Mix everything. Then pour hot vegetable oil over the mixture and add garlic.
- Carrot: 1 piece
- Onion: 2 pieces
- Salt: 1.5 teaspoon
- Sugar: 0.5 teaspoon
- Soy sauce: 2 teaspoons
- Ground black pepper: 0.5 teaspoon
- Ground red pepper: 0.5 teaspoon
- Vinegar essence (concentrated acetic acid): 1 teaspoon
- Vegetable oil: 4 tablespoons
- Garlic: 2 cloves
5
Mix everything again and put it in the fridge for 8 hours.