Braised Fish Head with Tofu Puffs and Cloud Ear Fungus

Why people make this dish

Nourilo often picks up a fresh bighead carp head from his favourite fishmonger — the freshwater pond fish there is sweet with no muddy taste. He likes to steam it with ginger and spring onion, or braise it with tofu and tofu puffs. This version, braised with tofu puffs and cloud ear fungus, is a warming homestyle dish traditionally said to nourish qi and blood and support the mind — handy for anyone who does a lot of mental work.