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Asian Fish with Ginger and Soy

Asian Fish with Ginger and Soy: A Flavorful Dinner in Minutes

This Asian Fish with Ginger and Soy recipe is quick, gluten-free, and adaptable, perfect for a delightful dinner in minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 4 fillets Tilapia or any mild white fish
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust according to preference
  • 1 teaspoon White pepper black pepper as a substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch for crispy texture
  • 2-3 tablespoons Neutral oil canola or peanut for frying
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Light soy sauce low-sodium optional
  • 1 inch Fresh ginger julienned or minced
  • 1/4 cup Water to adjust consistency
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame oil for nutty flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Rice wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar balances savory notes
  • 1 tablespoon Chili crisp or sriracha, optional
For Garnishing and Serving
  • 2 stalks Green onions sliced
  • 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro optional
  • 1 piece Red chili sliced, or jalapeños
  • 2 wedges Lime for serving

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Shallow dish
  • medium bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Julienne about an inch of fresh ginger, thinly slice a red chili, snip fresh cilantro, and cut lime wedges.
  2. In a shallow dish, mix salt, white pepper, and cornstarch. Coat each tilapia fillet in the mixture.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine julienned ginger, light soy sauce, water, sesame oil, rice wine vinegar, sugar, and chili crisp.
  4. Heat 2-3 tablespoons of neutral oil in a skillet. Cook the coated fish fillets for about 3 minutes, flipping halfway.
  5. Pour the prepared sauce over the fish and simmer for 3-4 minutes until cooked through.
  6. Plate the fish, pour sauce over, and garnish with green onions, cilantro, and red chili. Serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Perfect for busy weeknights and highly adaptable with any mild white fish available.

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