Chinese Stir Fry Crispy Fish Recipe - How to make Chinese fried Fish

fish fillets

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned fish

Tofu is lower in calories and provides a plant-based protein option; canned fish is often more affordable.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier due to its monounsaturated fats; canola oil is a budget-friendly alternative.

Prepare the fish fillets by patting them dry and seasoning with salt.

Coat the fish fillets with corn flour and five spice powder.

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

Fry the fish fillets until golden and crispy, then remove and set aside.

In the same pan, add ginger, garlic, and onion; sauté until fragrant.

Add red chili, celery, and carrots; stir-fry until tender-crisp.

Return the crispy fish to the pan, drizzle with soy sauce, sesame oil, and toss gently.

Add sugar and black pepper to taste, then garnish with green onions before serving.

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