Whole Sizzling Catfish With Ginger And Ponzu Sauce

Name: Whole Sizzling Catfish With Ginger And Ponzu Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 (2 1/2 lb) catfish, gutted; 12 slices fresh ginger, blanched; peanut oil (for deep frying); 1 lemon; Ponzu Sauce; 1/4 cup soy sauce; 6 tablespoons mirin; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1/4 cup rice vinegar; For garnish; fried mushroom; enoki mushrooms; fresh greens

Servings: persons

2 (2 1/2 lb) catfish, gutted
12 slices fresh ginger, blanched
peanut oil (for deep frying)
1 lemon
Ponzu Sauce
1/4 cup soy sauce
6 tablespoons mirin
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 cup rice vinegar
For garnish
fried mushroom
enoki mushrooms
fresh greens

1
Make three 2-inch slits on each side of each catfish.
2
Stuff each slit with a slice of ginger.
3
Pour enough peanut oil into a wok or a large, deep skillet so that it will cover catfish completely when frying.
4
Heat oil until sizzling hot.
5
Fry catfish in the hot oil, one at a time, turning to cook on all sides until golden brown and crispy and fish flakes easily when tested with a fork.
6
Drain on paper towels.
7
Place on serving plates and squeeze lemon juice over the hot catfish.
8
Garnish with fried mushrooms, enoki mushrooms and greens.
9
Serve with a bowl of ponzu sauce.
10
For Ponzu Sauce: Mix all ingredients in a small bowl.

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 2 (2 1/2 lb) catfish, gutted, 12 slices fresh ginger, blanched, peanut oil (for deep frying), 1 lemon, and more.

Yes, Whole Sizzling Catfish With Ginger And Ponzu 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!