20 minDifficulty Normaldrinking snackMain ingredients 🥩Pollack skinGreen chili peppersOyster sauceBrewed soy sauceCorn syrupVegetable oilHulled sesame seedsTags 🏷️Crispy textureLate-night snackUnusual side dish
Detailed recipeQuick recipeIngredients needed 🛒2 servingsPollack skin 200gVegetable oil 2 cupsOyster sauce 1 tablespoonBrewed soy sauce 1 tablespoonCorn syrup 3 tablespoonsGreen chili peppers 2Sugar 1/2 tablespoonHulled sesame seeds 1 tablespoonRecipe 🍳Using scissors, carefully trim off the tough fins and small bones from the pollack skin.Do not rinse under water—this makes the texture tough and diminishes flavor. Instead, gently wipe dry with a clean kitchen towel.Pour 2 cups of vegetable oil into a wok and heat to 180–200 degrees Celsius until fully preheated.Add the prepared pollack skin and fry until crispy. Remove immediately when the sizzling sound stops after about 10 seconds.Transfer the fried skin to paper towels to drain excess oil, then let cool slightly to preserve crispness.Discard the used oil, leaving only 2 tablespoons in the wok. Add oyster sauce, brewed soy sauce, corn syrup, and 2 chopped green chili peppers.Bring the sauce to a boil over high heat. Once bubbles rise vigorously, reduce to medium-low and add the fried pollack skin, tossing evenly.Once the sauce is well-coated, sprinkle in sugar and hulled sesame seeds, toss lightly, then turn off the heat.Spread the mixture on a wide plate and let cool completely to enhance crispiness.Trim fins and bones from pollack skin using scissors, then wipe dry with a clean cloth.Fry the skin quickly for 10 seconds in hot oil (180–200°C), then remove and drain oil.Combine oil, soy sauce, corn syrup, and chopped green chili in a saucepan, bring to a boil, then add fried skin, sugar, and sesame seeds, and toss together.Cooking tips 💡Never wash pollack skin with water—this ruins texture. Always cook it without moisture.Avoid low-temperature frying, as it causes excessive oil absorption and results in soggy texture. Always use high heat and short frying time.Save trimmed fins and small bones to use later for making broth or stock.Recommended for 🙋⭐Those seeking a unique snack with abundant collagen and satisfying crunch.⭐People wanting to create simple yet addictive beer snacks using unusual ingredients.⭐Fans of sweet-salty-glazed dishes with a spicy finish.