Whole Baked Leatherjacket with Soy and Ginger

The delicious Japanese flavour combination of soy and ginger complements the mild flavour of Leatherjacket. Served whole, this recipe is both easy and impressive.

by Callum Hann

Preparation time: 5 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Serves: 4

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Ingredients

• 2 tablespoon kecap manis
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons mirin (substitute a sweet wine)
• 2 teaspoons finely grated ginger
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 2 teaspoons Chinese five-spice
• 4 Leatherjacket, skin removed
• 5 spring onions, finely sliced on an angle
• 2 long red chillies, deseeded finely sliced
• ½ bunch coriander, leaves picked
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, to serve

Method

1. Preheat oven to 190^o C. Combine kecap manis, soy, mirin, ginger, sesame oil and five-spice in a small bowl.
2. Place Leatherjackets into a baking tray then pour over soy and ginger sauce. Transfer to oven and cook for 12-15 minutes or until fish has just
   cooked through.
3. Serve topped with spring onion, chilli, coriander and sesame seeds.