Carp in beer

Interestingly, fish, especially carp, became popular on Christmas plates in the 19th century. The shift to frying as the common preparation of Christmas carp has raised concerns about health implications due to the potential for fried foods to introduce excessive moisture into the body. For those who want to continue the tradition of carp at Christmas but are health conscious, it may be beneficial to explore alternative recipes that incorporate healthier cooking methods may be helpful. Switching to recipes that involve baking, grilling or steaming the fish can offer a lighter and more nutritious option while maintaining the festive spirit of the dish. Exploring different culinary approaches can bring new dimensions to the holiday meal while prioritizing health and well-being.

You will need:

1 carp
8 cloves of garlic
ginger powder
olive oil
soy sauce
salt
green onion
1 dark beer

Procedure:

Cut the fish lengthwise a little deeper on both sides, salt it and then fry it well in oil in a pan for about 7 minutes. The heat must be moderate and the fish must be turned several times until it is well done. Let the oil drip off. Lightly fry the garlic and ginger in oil in a separate pan, then add salt and soy sauce. Put the fish in a larger pot and pour a third of the dark beer over it. Cook under the lid, then raise the heat and lift the lid so that at least half of the beer has boiled away. Then turn the fish over, pour another third of the beer, and proceed similarly. Finally, carp and simmer everything with the rest for a while—season with pieces of cucumber, tomato, and parsley to taste. Apple cut into short, thin strips and chilli chutney give any dish a nice twist.

Carp – Property – Sweet, neutral; spleen and kidney meridians entered.
Actions – Induce diuresis and resolve swelling, direct qi downward and promote the secretion of lactation.
Indications – Edema, jaundice, barbiers, cough with reversed flow of qi, hypogalactia.

Salt – neutral in nature, salty in taste, effects – harmonizes the central ray, replenishes the kidneys, moisturizes

Old Bohemian Christmas Table can be found here

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