ESCABECHE | FISH ESCABECHE | ASIAN FLAVOURS

vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar adds a fruity note while maintaining acidity.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while liquid aminos are often less salty.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey provides natural sweetness with a distinct flavor.

cooking oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier with a higher smoke point.

Clean and fillet the sherry fish, removing any bones.

Heat oil in a skillet for sautéing and frying.

Add sliced red onion, red bell pepper, and carrots; sauté until soft.

Stir in minced garlic and ginger; cook for another minute.

Add water, sugar, ketchup, vinegar, oyster sauce, and seasoning to the skillet; bring to a simmer.

Gently place the marinated fish into the skillet; cover and cook until the fish is cooked through.

Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.

Thicken sauce with diluted cornstarch if desired.

Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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