Description
Learn how to make delicious Salt and Pepper Fish Chinese Style with our easy-to-follow recipe. Crispy, flavorful, and perfect for your next meal!
Ingredients
- 450g white fish filet (catfish, tilapia, sea bass, or sole)
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) apple juice
- 1/2 teaspoon (3 ml) salt
- 1/4 teaspoon (1 ml) white pepper
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) vegetable oil
- 3 tablespoons (45 ml) cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon (3 ml) white pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon (1 ml) salt
- 1/2 teaspoon (3 ml) sugar
- 3 tablespoons (45 ml) vegetable oil (or any neutral oil)
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, sliced
- 1/4 teaspoon (1 ml) ground Sichuan peppercorn (Optional but highly recommended)
- 3 dried Chinese chili peppers, cut into 3 pieces
- Chopped cilantro (for garnish) (Optional)
Instructions
- Cut the fish fillet into slices that are about 1/2 inch thick by angling your knife at 45 degrees, ensuring thinner edges and a thicker center. Place the sliced fish in a medium bowl and pour in the apple juice, salt, and white pepper. Use your hands to thoroughly combine the ingredients.
- In a small bowl, mix together the components for the spice blend until they are well combined.
- When you’re set to begin cooking, incorporate the vegetable oil and cornstarch into the seasoned fish, stirring until the fish pieces are uniformly coated.
- Warm 2 tablespoons of oil in a large nonstick pan over medium-high heat until it is hot. Arrange the fish slices in the pan without overlapping them. Allow them to cook undisturbed until the underside is golden brown. Flip the pieces to cook the other side until they are golden and thoroughly cooked. Quickly move the fish to a plate.
- Pour the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil into the pan, then add the green onions, garlic, dried chili peppers, and ground Sichuan peppercorn. Stir a few times to release their aroma.
- Switch off the heat. Return the cooked fish to the pan and sprinkle it with the spice blend. Gently mix everything together, taking care not to break the fish pieces. Transfer the dish to a plate. Serve hot, either as a main course or over rice.
