Flavored Fish Recipe
Deep-fried marinated fish covered with sweet & sour chili sauce.
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Ingredients
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Marinade
Batter
Sweet & Sour Chili Sauce
For frying
Method
Marinating the Fish
- 1
Prepare the Marinade
In a mixing bowl, combine lemon juice, minced garlic, minced ginger, salt, and black pepper.
- 2
Marinate the Fish
Place the fish fillets in the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Preparing the Batter
- 3
Mix the Batter
In a bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and cold water until smooth.
Making the Sweet & Sour Chili Sauce
- 4
Combine Ingredients
In a saucepan, mix sugar, rice vinegar, soy sauce, chili flakes, and water. Heat over medium heat until the sugar dissolves.
- 5
Thicken the Sauce
In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with a little water to create a slurry. Stir it into the saucepan and cook until the sauce thickens. Add sesame oil and mix well.
Frying the Fish
- 6
Heat the Oil
In a large deep frying pan, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot.
- 7
Fry the Fish
Dip each marinated fish fillet into the batter, allowing excess to drip off. Carefully place the fillet into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Serving
- 8
Serve
Drizzle the sweet and sour chili sauce over the fried fish or serve on the side for dipping. Enjoy!