FRIED WHOLE TILAPIA WITH BASIL AND CHILIES
Nothing is more stunning at the dinner table than serving a whole fried fish with a fragrant unctuous sauce. Caution should be used when deep frying the fish; make sure you have plenty of room and a big pot. Serve with steamed jasmine rice.
Provided by wiley
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Thai
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat 1 quart oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). If you do not have a thermometer, then dip the head of the fish into the oil; if it sizzles, it is ready, if it does not sizzle, then wait a couple minutes and try again.
- Rinse the fish and dry well. Make several angled slits along the body of the fish, cutting down to the rib bones. Make two lateral slits along the back of the fish, from head to tail, on either side of the dorsal fin. These cuts will ensure quick cooking and maximum crispiness.
- Gently slip the fish into the oil and fry until crispy, 7 to 10 minutes. Carefully remove the fish from the oil and let it drain on paper towels. Place on a large serving platter.
- While the fish drains, heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet. Cook and stir the chili peppers, garlic, and onion in the hot oil until lightly browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir the fish sauce and soy sauce into the mixture, remove from heat, and fold the Thai basil and cilantro into the mixture. Pour the sauce over the fish to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 368.3 calories, Carbohydrate 9.2 g, Cholesterol 26 mg, Fat 30.1 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 16.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 1033.1 mg, Sugar 4.5 g
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jordan gardiner
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's easy to make and the tilapia is always cooked perfectly.
Mohammed Korshed alum
[email protected]This tilapia recipe is a great way to impress your guests. The fish is cooked perfectly and the sauce is delicious.
Ahna Chan
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too spicy for me. I think I would use less chilies next time.
Alex Chikaye
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The tilapia is always crispy and flaky and the sauce is flavorful.
Tshiamo Motlhaoleng
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover tilapia. I made it with some tilapia that I had grilled the night before and it was delicious.
Lala jan Lala
[email protected]The tilapia was delicious! I will definitely be making this recipe again.
DYRAPP COMEDY
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of tilapia, but I thought this recipe was pretty good. The fish was cooked well and the sauce was tasty.
Patrick Nichols
[email protected]The recipe was easy to follow and the tilapia turned out great. I served it with rice and vegetables and it was a hit!
Asma Arshad
[email protected]The tilapia was a bit bland for my taste. I think I would add more spices next time.
Asif Apon
[email protected]I wasn't sure about the combination of basil and chilies, but it actually worked really well. The flavors complemented each other perfectly.
Saifurrehman Tahir
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The fish cooks in just a few minutes and the sauce is simple to make.
Charlesetta Nelson
[email protected]The tilapia was delicious! I especially liked the crispy skin.
The Greatawan
[email protected]I've never cooked tilapia before, but this recipe made it easy. The fish was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful.
Ezile Gigi
[email protected]This tilapia recipe is a keeper! The fish was crispy on the outside and flaky on the inside, and the basil and chilies gave it a delicious flavor.