Gui Zhou Suan La Yu Pi (guizhou Style Sour And Spicy Fish Fillet)

Gui Zhou Suan La Yu Pi is a classic dish from Guizhou Cuisine, known for its bold and spicy flavors. This dish features tender fish fillets cooked in a tangy and spicy sauce, perfect for those who love a kick of heat in their meals.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Main Course Guizhou Spicy Fish Chinese Cuisine
Gui Zhou Suan La Yu Pi (guizhou Style Sour And Spicy Fish Fillet)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb fish fillets, such as tilapia or catfish
  • 3 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 inch ginger, grated
  • 2-3 green onions, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tbsp Sichuan peppercorns
  • 1-2 tbsp chili flakes
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 3 tbsp water

Instructions

  1. Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels and cut them into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt and set aside.
  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic, ginger, and white parts of the green onions. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add the fish fillets to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until lightly browned.
  4. Stir in the red bell pepper, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, Sichuan peppercorns, and chili flakes. Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a simmer.
  5. Reduce the heat and let the fish simmer for 5-7 minutes until cooked through.
  6. Stir in the cornstarch mixture and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  7. Adjust the seasoning with salt and additional chili flakes if desired.
  8. Serve the Gui Zhou Suan La Yu Pi hot, garnished with the remaining green onions. Enjoy with steamed rice or noodles.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Protein
25g
Fat
12g
Carbohydrates
10g

Supplies

Large skillet Cutting board Knife Grater Measuring spoons Measuring cups

Tools

Spatula Whisk

Serving suggestions

Serving Suggestions: Serve the Gui Zhou Suan La Yu Pi with steamed white rice or noodles for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

Tips: Adjust the level of spiciness by adding more or less chili flakes according to your preference.

Cost

$15