Perch with Black Bean Sauce

Directions

Heat 1 tbls. of the oil in pan. Add gingerroot, garlic, and onions, and sauté over medium heat 5 minutes.

Add chicken broth, sake, soy sauce, sesame oil, black bean sauce and sugar.

Cook at low boil 5 minutes.

Strain, discarding solids. Return sauce to pan.

Combine cornstarch in cup with 1 tabls. black bean sauce mixture.

Stir until smooth, then pour into pan.

Cook sauce over low heat, stirring constantly until thickened, about 2 minutes.

Taste. If too salty and thick Mix the flour, shake off excess and sauté over medium high heat until golden on both sides, 3 to 5 minutes per side.