Crispy Fish In Chili Sauce Recipe

Name: Crispy Fish In Chili Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 500 g fish fillets; 1 cup plain flour; 1/3 cup cornflour; 1 egg white; 3/4 cup water; oil (for deep-frying); SAUCE; 1 tablespoon oil; 1 tablespoon grated green ginger; 3 garlic cloves; 1/2 cup tomato sauce; 1/3 cup chili sauce; 2 teaspoons sugar; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 2 teaspoons dry sherry; 1/2 cup water

Servings: persons

500 g fish fillets
1 cup plain flour
1/3 cup cornflour
1 egg white
3/4 cup water
oil (for deep-frying)
SAUCE
1 tablespoon oil
1 tablespoon grated green ginger
3 garlic cloves
1/2 cup tomato sauce
1/3 cup chili sauce
2 teaspoons sugar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 teaspoons dry sherry
1/2 cup water

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The strength of the chili sauce will effect how hot this dish is.
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I recommend a sweet chili sauce for those who don't like it too hot.
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Place oil, ginger, garlic, tomato sauce and chili sauce in a pan on medium heat for 5 minutes.
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Add remaining ingredients and let it simmer on low for a few more minutes.
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Leave the sauce to sit while you prepare the fish.
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Chop the fish into approximately bite-size pieces.
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Sift the flour and cornflour into a bowl.
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Make a well in the flour and add the egg white and water.
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Mix to a smooth batter.
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Coat the pieces of fish with the batter.
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Heat oil in large pan and dip the fish into the oil.
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Cook the pieces for a few minutes each (cook many at a time).
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Heat the sauce back up.
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Once the fish is all cooked add the sauce to the fish in a large frying pan.
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Serve when hot.
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Enjoy.

346

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Protein

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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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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

My Personal Notes

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

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 500 g fish fillets, 1 cup plain flour, 1/3 cup cornflour, 1 egg white, and more.

Yes, Crispy Fish In Chili Sauce 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!

Crispy Fish In Chili Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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