Fried Fish Sour Spicy Sauce

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce provides umami flavor while reducing sodium.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice offers a similar acidity with a different flavor profile.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey adds sweetness with a unique flavor.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a cost-effective alternative for frying.

Clean and prepare the fish, removing scales and innards.

Pat the fish dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.

Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Fry the fish until golden brown and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side.

Remove the fish and drain on paper towels to absorb excess oil.

In a bowl, combine lime juice, fish sauce, sugar, and water to create the sauce.

Finely chop garlic and chili peppers, then add to the sauce mixture.

Stir until the sugar dissolves completely in the sauce.

Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.

Prepare vegetables by slicing tomato, carrot, and cucumber for garnish.

Plate the fried fish and drizzle the sour spicy sauce over it.

Garnish with chopped coriander and green onions before serving.

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