Fish Filet With Spicy Ginger Tomato Sauce Recipe

Name: Fish Filet With Spicy Ginger Tomato Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Tomato Sauce; 2 cups small-diced fresh tomatoes; 1 small clove garlic; 1 tablespoon oil; 2 ~6-8 oz fillets (skin-on preferably, and scales removed) of any white-fleshed fish; Spicy Ginger Fish Sauce; 3 tablespoons lemon or lime juice, fresh squeezed; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1/4 cup water, plus more if needed; 2 tablespoons fish sauce; 1 tablespoon grated ginger root; 1-3 teaspoons chili garlic sauce (tuong ot toi); 1 teaspoon minced garlic

Servings: persons

Tomato Sauce
2 cups small-diced fresh tomatoes
1 small clove garlic
1 tablespoon oil
2 ~6-8 oz fillets (skin-on preferably, and scales removed) of any white-fleshed fish
Spicy Ginger Fish Sauce
3 tablespoons lemon or lime juice, fresh squeezed
2 tablespoons sugar
1/4 cup water, plus more if needed
2 tablespoons fish sauce
1 tablespoon grated ginger root
1-3 teaspoons chili garlic sauce (tuong ot toi)
1 teaspoon minced garlic

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["For the spicy ginger fish sauce:
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Mix all ingredients in a small bowl. Taste and adjust seasonings to get the heat level and balance that you prefer. You want a sauce that has a good balance between the salt/sweet/sour flavors. Set aside and make tomato sauce. This can be made a few days ahead and refrigerate.", "For tomato sauce:
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Heat garlic with oil in a skillet over medium high heat, ~30 seconds or until the garlic is fragrant and just turning golden. Add tomatoes (juice and all) and cook on high for about 3-4 minutes. Depending on the tomatoes, it will be watery, which is ok.", "Pan fry the fish fillets in a thin layer of oil until golden and skin is crispy. Transfer to a large plate. Smother the fish with all the tomato sauce. Then top with a generous drizzle of the spicy ginger fish sauce, extra sauce can be served in a small bowl alongside the fish. Serve immediately with hot cooked rice and some sauteed spinach & garlic."]

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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.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Tomato Sauce, 2 cups small-diced fresh tomatoes, 1 small clove garlic, 1 tablespoon oil, and more.

Yes, Fish Filet With Spicy Ginger Tomato 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.

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Fish Filet With Spicy Ginger Tomato Sauce

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