Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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3
servings
1 pound

whitefish fillets

skinned and cut into 2-inch pieces

1 unit

egg white

lightly beaten

1 tbsp

cornstarch

2 tsp

white wine

1 pinch

salt

to taste

1 pinch

pepper

to taste

3 tbsp

oil

for frying

1 unit

onion

cut into 1/2 inch-thick wedges

1 tbsp

mild curry powder

1 can

pineapple pieces

drained

1 can

mandarin orange segments

drained

1 can

water chestnuts

sliced, drained

1 tbsp

cornstarch

mixed with lime juice

1 tbsp

lime juice

2 tsp

sugar

optional

1 pinch

salt

optional

1 pinch

pepper

optional

Step 1
~3 min

Skin the whitefish fillets and cut into 2-inch pieces.

Step 2
~3 min

Marinate the fish in a mixture of egg white, cornstarch, white wine, salt, and pepper.

Step 3
~3 min

Heat oil in a wok on medium-high heat.

Step 4
~3 min

Fry the fish in batches until golden brown and crisp. Drain on paper towels.

Step 5
~3 min

Remove excess oil from the wok, leaving about 1 tablespoon.

Step 6
~3 min

Stir-fry onion wedges for 1-2 minutes.

Step 7
~3 min

Add curry powder and cook for another 1-2 minutes.

Step 8
~3 min

Add pineapple and mandarin orange juice and bring to a boil.

Step 9
~3 min

Combine a spoonful of the boiling juice with cornstarch and lime juice mixture.

Step 10
~3 min

Return this mixture to the wok and cook until thickened, about 2 minutes.

Step 11
~3 min

Taste and add sugar if desired.

Step 12
~3 min

Add the fruit, water chestnuts, and fried fish to the wok and stir to coat.

Step 13
~3 min

Heat through for 1 minute and serve immediately with rice or noodles.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of sugar to your preference.

Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley.

Serve with a side of steamed rice.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

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 fried noodles.

Serve with stir-fried vegetables.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Spring Rolls
Egg Drop Soup

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Singapore

Cultural Significance

Reflects Singapore's multi-ethnic cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Chinese New Year

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

75/100

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