Sweet and Sour Whole Fish Recipe

Name: Sweet and Sour Whole Fish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (1-1/2) whole sea bass; red snapper; Salt; 1 egg, beaten; 1 cup flour; vegetable oil; 1/2 cup ketchup; 1 tbsp. oil; 2 tbsp. white vinegar; 3 tbsp. sugar; 3 drops red food coloring; 1 cup green pepper, in chunks; 1/2 cup white onion, in chunks; 1/2 cup canned diced pineapple; 1 tsp. cornstarch

Servings: persons

1 (1-1/2) whole sea bass
red snapper
Salt
1 egg, beaten
1 cup flour
vegetable oil
1/2 cup ketchup
1 tbsp. oil
2 tbsp. white vinegar
3 tbsp. sugar
3 drops red food coloring
1 cup green pepper, in chunks
1/2 cup white onion, in chunks
1/2 cup canned diced pineapple
1 tsp. cornstarch

1
Clean and scale the fish, leaving on the head and tail.
2
Pat dry.
3
Lightly season the inside and outside of fish with salt and make three slashes 1/4-inch deeo on each side for better cooking.
4
Brush the fish with the beaten egg then roll in the flour.
5
Pour 3 inches of oil into a roasting pan and heat to 375F.
6
Test the temperature by droppinbg in cube of bread.
7
If it raises to the surface immediately and browns, the oil is ready.
8
Immerse the head in the oil very gently to avoid splattering; slide in the rest of the fish.
9
Deep-fry 3 to 5 minutes on each side.
10
Remove and drain on papper towels.
11
Lay the fish on a serving platter and cover with the Sweet and Sour Sauce.
12
Serve immediately.

304

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (1-1/2) whole sea bass, red snapper, Salt, 1 egg, beaten, and more.

Yes, Sweet and Sour Whole Fish 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.

Sweet and Sour Whole Fish

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