Thai Crispy Fish With Tamarind Sauce Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Start by preparing the fish fillets. Season them with salt and pepper, then coat them in a mixture of flour and cornstarch.
• STEP 2.Heat oil in a deep pan or wok. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the fish fillets and fry them until they turn golden brown and crispy.
• STEP 3.While the fish is frying, prepare the tamarind sauce. In a saucepan, combine tamarind paste, sugar, fish sauce, and water. Cook over medium heat until the sauce thickens.
• STEP 4.Once the fish is cooked, remove it from the oil and place it on a paper towel to drain excess oil. Serve the crispy fish with the tamarind sauce on the side.
• STEP 5.Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure the oil is hot enough before adding the fish fillets to ensure they become crispy.
• You can adjust the sweetness and tanginess of the tamarind sauce by adding more or less sugar and tamarind paste.
• For a spicier version, you can add some chopped chili peppers to the tamarind sauce.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover crispy fish can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• Reheat the fish in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes until heated through.
• Serve the leftover fish with the tamarind sauce and fresh garnishes for a delicious leftover meal.