CRISPY FISH WITH SWEET AND SOUR SAUCE
I made this today and was delighted with the great flavour and the ease of this recipe. But what I loved MOST was that my kids, notoriously fickle fish eaters, gobbled it down. Definitely a keeper. Adapted from a Bon Appetit recipe, April, 1991.
Provided by evelynathens
Categories Bass
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Toss fish pieces with 2 tablespoons cornstarch in medium bowl to coat.
- Mix flour, 3 tablespoons oil, baking powder and 1/2 teaspoon salt in small bowl.
- gradually add water, whisking until batter is smooth.
- Pour batter over fish and stir to coat.
- Let stand 15 minutes.
- Whisk remaining 1 tablespoon cornstarch, pineapple juice, sugar, vinegar, hot pepper sauce and 1/8 teaspoon salt in small bowl to blend.
- Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in heavy medium skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add garlic and stir for about 30 seconds, until fragrant.
- Add ginger and lemon peel and stir-fry until fragrant, about 30 seconds, remove and discard garlic clove.
- Add bell pepper and stir-fry just to heat through, about 30 seconds.
- Add pineapple juice mixture and pineapple chunks and cook until sauce is thick and clear, stirring constantly, about 1 minute.
- Heat 4 cups oil in wok or deep medium saucepan to 375°F.
- Add batter-coated fish pieces to oil in batches and fry until crisp and golden, about 4 minutes.
- Using slotted spoon, transfer fish to paper towel-lined dish and drain.
- Reheat oil if necessary between batches.
- Arrange fish on platter.
- Reheat sauce briefly, spoon over fish and serve.
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Budgie Lover
[email protected]I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves fish. It's easy to make and the results are delicious.
crisbell espinosa
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a special occasion. The crispy fish and flavorful sauce are sure to impress your guests.
Rudo Kunjaya
[email protected]My family loved this recipe. The fish was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious.
Tigist Belachew
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of fish, but this recipe changed my mind. The crispy coating and flavorful sauce made the fish irresistible.
Rahmanullah Arman
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the results are delicious.
ismail yassin
[email protected]I made this for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the crispy fish and the sweet and sour sauce.
Kourya Smith
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The crispy fish and flavorful sauce are a winning combination.
RizwanAhmed Ghotki
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! It's a great way to use up leftover fish.
Destiny Brooks
[email protected]My kids loved the sweet and sour sauce. They couldn't get enough of it!
ffkiller Deddy
[email protected]I was looking for a new fish recipe, and this one did not disappoint. The crispy coating and flavorful sauce made this a hit at our dinner table.
Ratul Master
[email protected]The crispy fish and sweet and sour sauce were a great combination. I will definitely be making this again!
Jesica Enyelike
[email protected]I love how easy this recipe was to follow. I'm not the best cook, but I was able to make this dish without any problems.
Meer Zubair
[email protected]This was an absolute hit with my family! The fish was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the sweet and sour sauce was the perfect balance of sweet and tangy.