Fish Pickled in Chili

Fish Pickled in Chili

　　During the New Year, fish is also an indispensable dish on the table. People in Sichuan and Chongqing love spicy food, and they believe that spiciness brings a prosperous and lively atmosphere. Fish Pickled in Chili is made by simmering dried chili segments, ginger slices, garlic slices, red dates, goji berries, as well as various seasonings such as star anise, fennel, and cardamom to create a flavorful brine. Fish slices are then cooked in this brine. The taste is spicy, fragrant, and refreshing, with a slightly sweet aftertaste. Similar dishes include Boiled Fish in Chili Oil, Red Braised Fish, and Posthouse Crucian Carp.