fish slices with tomato sauce

How to Make Sweet and Sour Fish Fillet

Sweet and sour fish fillet is a beloved dish known for its crispy texture and tangy-savory flavor. Here’s a simple guide to prepare it at home.

Ingredients: 300g white fish fillets (like cod or tilapia), 1 egg, 1/2 cup cornstarch, 1 cup tomato ketchup, 2 tbsp sugar, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp vinegar, 1 minced garlic, 1 sliced bell pepper, and oil for frying.

Steps:

1. Prepare the fish: Rinse fillets, pat dry, and cut into 2-inch pieces. Marinate with salt and pepper for 10 minutes.

2. Coat and fry: Beat the egg, dip fish pieces in egg, then coat with cornstarch. Deep-fry at 180°C until golden and crispy (3-4 minutes). Drain oil.

3. Make the sauce: Heat 1 tbsp oil in a pan, sauté garlic until fragrant. Add ketchup, sugar, soy sauce, and vinegar; stir until the sugar dissolves.

4. Combine: Add bell pepper and fried fish to the sauce, toss gently to coat evenly. Cook for 1 minute to let flavors meld.

5. Serve: Garnish with sesame seeds and serve hot with steamed rice.

Tips: For extra crispiness, double-coat the fish in cornstarch. Adjust sauce ingredients to your preferred sweet-sour balance. Enjoy this restaurant-quality dish at home!