Shandong Style Sweet And Sour Fish

Shandong Style Sweet and Sour Fish is a classic dish from Shandong Cuisine, known for its bold flavors and use of fresh ingredients. This dish features tender fish fillets coated in a tangy sweet and sour sauce, creating a perfect balance of flavors.

Non Vegetarian Main Course Shandong Chinese Cuisine Sweet And Sour Fish Recipe
Shandong Style Sweet And Sour Fish

Ingredients

  • 4 fish fillets (such as tilapia or cod)
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup vegetable oil for frying
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3/4 cup pineapple chunks
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch dissolved in 2 tablespoons water

Instructions

  1. Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Dredge the fish fillets in cornstarch, then dip in beaten eggs, allowing excess to drip off.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the fish fillets until golden and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  4. In a separate pan, sauté the bell pepper and onion until they begin to soften.
  5. Add the pineapple chunks, ketchup, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and soy sauce to the pan. Bring to a simmer.
  6. Stir in the cornstarch mixture and cook until the sauce thickens.
  7. Add the fried fish fillets to the sauce, gently toss to coat, and simmer for a few minutes until the fish is heated through.
  8. Serve the Shandong Style Sweet and Sour Fish hot, garnished with sliced green onions, and steamed rice on the side.

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
20g
Carbohydrates
15g
Fat
10g

Supplies

Large skillet Paper towels Whisk Spatula

Tools

Cutting board Knife Measuring cups and spoons

Serving suggestions

Serve the Shandong Style Sweet and Sour Fish with steamed rice and a side of stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For a healthier alternative, you can bake the fish fillets in the oven instead of frying them.

Cost

$15