Sweet and Sour Mandarin Fish

Sweet and Sour Mandarin Fish

Sweet and Sour Mandarin Fish is a classic Chinese dish featuring a whole fish with a crispy exterior and tender interior, topped with a sweet and sour sauce.

Ingredients

  • Green onions (2, sliced)
  • Water (1/2 cup)
  • Sugar (2 tablespoons)
  • Vinegar (1/4 cup)
  • Soy sauce (1/4 cup)
  • Ginger (1 inch piece, minced)
  • Garlic (2 cloves, minced)
  • Vegetable oil (for frying)
  • Cornstarch (1/2 cup)
  • Pepper (1/2 teaspoon)
  • Salt (1 teaspoon)
  • Mandarin fish (1 whole, about 1.5 pounds)

Instructions

  1. Clean the fish and pat dry. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Dust the fish with cornstarch.
  3. Heat the oil in a frying pan and fry the fish until golden brown on both sides. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same pan, sauté the garlic and ginger until fragrant.
  5. Add the soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, and water. Bring to a boil.
  6. Return the fish to the pan and simmer in the sauce for 10 minutes, turning once.
  7. Transfer the fish to a serving plate and pour the sauce over it.
  8. Garnish with the sliced green onions and serve.

Dietary Information

Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 30 minutes • Cook Time: 20 minutes • Calories: 350 • Fat: 15g • Carbs: 20g • Protein: 30g • Sodium: 800mg • Sugar: 10g