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Asian Fish with Ginger and Soy

Asian Fish with Ginger and Soy: Quick, Flavor-Packed Delight

A quick and flavorful dish featuring tilapia fillets and a vibrant ginger soy sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 4 fillets Tilapia Can be substituted with any mild white fish.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste White pepper Can replace with black pepper.
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Optional for gluten-free.
  • 2 tablespoons Neutral oil Canola or peanut oil.
For the Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Light soy sauce Use gluten-free for a gluten-free version.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh ginger Julienne or grated.
  • 1 tablespoon Water Adjust for desired consistency.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame oil Can be omitted.
  • 1 tablespoon Rice wine vinegar Apple cider vinegar is a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar Can use honey instead.
  • to taste Chili crisp Optional for spice.
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Green onions Sliced.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro Optional.
  • 1 Red chili Sliced, optional.
  • 2 Lime wedges For serving.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Medium bowl
  • shallow dish

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Prepare all your ingredients: julienne fresh ginger, slice green onions, snip cilantro, and cut lime into wedges.
  2. In a shallow dish, mix salt, white pepper, and cornstarch. Pat tilapia fillets dry and coat with the mixture.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk soy sauce, ginger, water, sesame oil, vinegar, and sugar. Set aside.
  4. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the coated fillets for about 3 minutes on each side.
  5. Pour the sauce over the fish, reduce heat, and simmer for 3-4 minutes until cooked through.
  6. Remove from heat, garnish with green onions, cilantro, red chili, and serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Ensure fish is fully thawed and patted dry for better texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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