TEA SAUCE (FOR WHITE FISH)

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Northern India's game fish include mountain trout (introduced from Europe) and mahseer, a large native carp. This sauce can be used with these or any firm white fish.

Provided by realbirdlady

Categories     Sauces

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups water, boiling
4 teaspoons black tea (or 4 tea bags)
4 black peppercorns
1 teaspoon cumin
2 teaspoons coriander, powdered
1/2 teaspoon chile, powdered
3 garlic cloves, crushed (or substitute dried flakes)
1 inch ginger, peeled and crushed (or substitute powdered)
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon honey

Steps:

  • Add the tea leaves to the water and cover. Steep for 3-5 minutes. Be careful not to over-steep, as prolonged heat chemically changes the tea and can result in bitterness. If you need stronger tea flavor, use more tea, not a longer steep time.
  • Strain to remove tea leaves.
  • Add remaining ingredients except oil and honey. Mix well and allow to to cool on the counter. Mix again and strain to remove peppercorns, garlic, and ginger.
  • Add oil and honey. Mix well.
  • The sauce can be made ahead and refrigerated, although the olive oil will need to come to room temperature before using.
  • Use to baste grilled, baked or pan-seared fish, as well as serving as a sauce. This is a thin sauce, so be careful not to soak the finished dish. It can also be served on the side as a dipping sauce, or over a rice side dish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 111, Fat 10.2, SaturatedFat 1.4, Sodium 3.5, Carbohydrate 5.4, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 4.4, Protein 0.3

Dozaluv Lehika
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Overall, this was a good recipe. The fish was cooked perfectly, but the sauce was a bit underwhelming. I think I'll try experimenting with different types of tea next time.


Amirali Sharifi
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The sauce was a bit too thick for my liking. I think I would have preferred a thinner consistency.


Paceon Woods
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This recipe was a bit too bland for my taste. I think it could have used some more seasoning.


LUCIFER AMMO
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook fish, and this recipe definitely delivered. The tea sauce was unique and flavorful, and the fish was cooked perfectly.


Jennifer Baillargeon
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This dish was absolutely delicious. The fish was cooked to perfection and the sauce was incredible. I highly recommend this recipe!


Gavino jr rodriguez
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This recipe is a keeper! The tea sauce is so versatile. I've used it with different types of fish and vegetables, and it's always a hit.


Mujahid Hussain
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I was a bit skeptical about the combination of tea and fish, but I was pleasantly surprised. The flavors melded together beautifully, and the sauce was incredibly flavorful. I'll definitely be experimenting with different types of tea in the future.


Joaquin Orozco
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This was a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The sauce came together in minutes, and the fish was cooked perfectly. The whole family loved it!


Youssef Mahmoud
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I've never had tea in a sauce before, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. The sauce was smooth and flavorful, and it paired wonderfully with the fish. I'll definitely be making this again!


tina herrera
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This tea sauce was a delightful surprise! The delicate flavor of the green tea perfectly complemented the mildness of the white fish. It was a light and refreshing dish that felt both elegant and comforting.