fried fish with sauce-Cambodia cooking/Dara MC

whole fish

🥗Healthier: filleted fish

💰Cheaper: frozen fish

Filleted fish is easier to cook, while frozen options can be more affordable.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while liquid aminos offers a similar flavor at a lower cost.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil provides a healthier fat option, while canola oil is often less expensive.

cornstarch

🥗Healthier: arrowroot powder

💰Cheaper: potato starch

Arrowroot is a healthier thickener, while potato starch is a budget-friendly alternative.

Clean and gut the fish, then pat dry with paper towels.

Season the fish inside and out with salt and pepper.

Mix flour and cornstarch in a bowl, then coat the fish evenly with the mixture.

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Carefully place the coated fish in the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes per side.

Remove the fish from the skillet and drain on paper towels.

In a separate bowl, mix garlic, lime juice, soy sauce, sugar, and water to create the sauce.

Heat a small saucepan over medium heat and add the sauce mixture, simmering for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.

Stir in chopped coriander and green onions into the sauce before serving.

Serve the fried fish with the sauce drizzled on top or on the side.

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