Chinese Fish Roll Appetizer Recipe

Name: Chinese Fish Roll Appetizer
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 large sole fillets (please make sure that they are deboned); 2 green onions, chopped finely; ½ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon sugar; ½ teaspoon cornstarch; 1 teaspoon soya sauce; 1 teaspoon dry sherry; 1 egg, beaten until frothy; ½ cup walnuts, very finely chopped or ground; 2 (1 ounce) slices cooked ham; 8 wooden cocktail sticks; oil (for deep frying)

Servings: persons

2 large sole fillets (please make sure that they are deboned)
2 green onions, chopped finely
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon sugar
½ teaspoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon soya sauce
1 teaspoon dry sherry
1 egg, beaten until frothy
½ cup walnuts, very finely chopped or ground
2 (1 ounce) slices cooked ham
8 wooden cocktail sticks
oil (for deep frying)

1
Cut each of the fillets into four equal pieces.
2
Mix the chopped green onion with the salt, sugar, cornstarch, soya sauce, sherry and egg.
3
Blend well.
4
Cut each slice of ham into 4 equal pieces.
5
Dip the fish in the eggs and then in the walnuts.
6
Top each with a piece of ham.
7
Roll up (fish on the outside) and secure with a cocktail stick.
8
Deep fry in hot oil until golden.
9
Drain well on absorbent paper (or paper towel).
10
Serve as an appetizer.

238

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 large sole fillets (please make sure that they are deboned), 2 green onions, chopped finely, ½ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon sugar, and more.

Yes, Chinese Fish Roll Appetizer falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chinese Fish Roll Appetizer

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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