Pollock (Thick Cut), Frozen

### Pollock Portion Description:

**Pollock:**

Pollock is a versatile and popular white fish known for its mild flavor and flaky texture. It belongs to the cod family and is often used in various culinary traditions around the world. Pollock fillets are typically boneless and can be easily prepared by baking, grilling, frying, or incorporating into soups and stews.

### Korean Dish Recipe: Korean Pollock Soup (Dongtae Jjigae)

**Ingredients:**

- 300g pollock fillets (fresh or frozen), cut into bite-sized pieces

- 1 medium Korean radish (mu), sliced into thin half-moons

- 1 block of tofu, cubed

- 1 medium zucchini, sliced

- 1 large onion, sliced

- 1 bunch of enoki mushrooms (optional)

- 3-4 cloves of garlic, minced

- 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean red chili paste)

- 1 tablespoon gochugaru (Korean red chili flakes)

- 2 tablespoons soy sauce

- 1 tablespoon fish sauce

- 1 teaspoon sesame oil

- 1 teaspoon sugar

- 6 cups of water or anchovy broth

- 2 green onions, chopped

- Fresh cilantro or perilla leaves for garnish (optional)

- Salt and pepper to taste

**Instructions:**

1. **Prepare the Broth:**

- In a large pot, add 6 cups of water or anchovy broth and bring it to a boil.

2. **Add Vegetables:**

- Add the sliced radish and onion to the pot. Cook for about 10 minutes until the radish starts to soften.

3. **Season the Broth:**

- Add gochujang, gochugaru, soy sauce, fish sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and minced garlic to the pot. Stir well to dissolve the gochujang and combine the ingredients.

4. **Cook the Pollock:**

- Add the pollock pieces to the pot. If using frozen pollock, ensure it is thawed and patted dry before adding. Let it cook for about 5-7 minutes until the fish is cooked through and starts to flake easily.

5. **Add Tofu and Zucchini:**

- Gently add the cubed tofu and sliced zucchini to the pot. Be careful not to break the tofu. Let it simmer for another 5 minutes.

6. **Final Touches:**

- Add the enoki mushrooms (if using) and chopped green onions. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Let the soup simmer for another 2-3 minutes.

7. **Serve:**

- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro or perilla leaves if desired. Serve hot with steamed rice on the side.

This hearty and spicy Korean Pollock Soup, Dongtae Jjigae, is perfect for a cold day. It’s packed with flavor and nutritious ingredients, making it a comforting and satisfying meal. Enjoy!