How to Make Sweet and Sour Fish - A Step-by-Step Guide

There are few dishes as satisfying and mouthwatering as a well-executed sweet and sour fish. This classic recipe takes a tender piece of fish and cooks it in a tangy-sweet sauce that perfectly complements its delicate flavor. With a perfect balance of sour and sweet, this dish is sure to become a favorite in your household.

Rooted in Chinese cuisine, sweet and sour fish has become a popular dish in many parts of the world. Its crispy, golden-brown exterior and succulent, flaky interio...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound halibut
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups oil for deep frying
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 (8 ounce) can pineapple chunks, juice reserved
  • 3 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 ½ tablespoons white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • salt to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Active Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 3

  • Cut halibut into bite-sized pieces. Place in a mixing bowl and combine with soy sauce and 1 tablespoon of flour. Let stand for 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil in deep-fryer or heavy saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Deep-fry halibut pieces until golden brown. Drain on paper towels; set aside.
  • Make sauce: Heat oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add bell pepper, onion, and pineapple chunks and sauté for 1 minute. Stir in pineapple juice, ketchup, sugar, water, 2 teaspoons flour, sesame oil, and salt. Cook until thickened, stirring occasionally, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Pour the sauce over the halibut pieces to serve, or serve halibut alongside the sauce for dipping.
  • Nutrition

    435 cal.

    • Total Fat: 20g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 48mg
    • Sodium: 553mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 31g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 23g
    • Protein: 34g
    • Vitamin C: 44mg
    • Calcium: 99mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 969mg