Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 unit

Onion

sliced

5 cloves

Garlic

chopped

3 tbsp

Corn flour

2 sprig

Spring Onion

chopped

1 tbsp

Soy sauce

2 inch

Ginger

sliced thin

1 tbsp

Brown Sugar

1 tsp

Dry ginger powder

1 tsp

Corn flour

1 tsp

Chilli vinegar

1 tsp

Salt

1 tsp

Pepper

1 unit

Red Bell pepper

cut diagonally

4 fillet

Basa fish

1 tbsp

Red Chilli sauce

1 unit

Green bell peppers

cut diagonally

Step 1
~3 min

Coat fish fillets with corn flour, salt, and pepper.

Step 2
~3 min

Heat oil in a kadai or deep fryer.

Step 3
~3 min

Fry the fish pieces until golden brown.

Step 4
~3 min

Remove fish and drain on paper towels.

Step 5
~3 min

In a bowl, mix soy sauce, red chilli sauce, chilli vinegar, brown sugar, dry ginger powder, corn flour, and 1 cup of water.

Step 6
~3 min

Heat oil in a wok.

Step 7
~3 min

Add ginger and garlic, saute until softened.

Step 8
~3 min

Add sliced onions and cook until translucent.

Step 9
~3 min

Add bell peppers and saute until cooked.

Step 10
~3 min

Add fried fish pieces to the wok.

Step 11
~3 min

Reduce heat and add sauce mixture.

Step 12
~3 min

Mix well until the gravy thickens.

Step 13
~3 min

Check for salt and adjust if needed.

Step 14
~3 min

Once thickened, remove from heat.

Step 15
~3 min

Sprinkle chopped spring onions.

Step 16
~3 min

Serve hot with noodles or rice.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of chilli sauce to your desired spice level.

Ensure the oil is hot enough before frying the fish for optimal crispiness.

Garnish with sesame seeds for added flavor and texture.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Sauce can be made ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with steamed rice

Serve with noodles

Serve as a side dish.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Steamed Rice
Vegetable Noodles

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

India/China

Cultural Significance

Fusion of Indian and Chinese cuisines.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Lunch

Popularity Score

65/100

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