Braised Fish with Chili Sauce
Braised Fish with Chili Sauce is a flavorful and aromatic dish that features tender fish fillets simmered in a spicy and tangy sauce. This Halal Chinese seafood dish is perfect for those who enjoy a bit of heat and a rich umami flavor.

30 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Chinese
320 kcal
Ingredients
- White fish fillets (e.g., cod or tilapia) - 300 grams
- Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
- Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
- Ginger - 1 tablespoon, minced
- Red chili peppers - 2, sliced
- Soy sauce - 3 tablespoons
- Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
- Sugar - 1 teaspoon
- Chicken broth (or vegetable broth) - 200 ml
- Spring onions - 2, chopped
- Cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
- Salt - to taste
- Black pepper - to taste
Steps
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and ginger to the skillet, and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the sliced red chili peppers and stir for another 30 seconds.
- Pour in the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, and chicken broth, stirring to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Carefully add the fish fillets to the skillet, spooning some of the sauce over the top.
- Cover the skillet and let the fish braise for about 10-12 minutes, or until cooked through and flaky.
- Once cooked, sprinkle the chopped spring onions and cilantro over the fish before serving.
- Serve hot with steamed rice and drizzle some of the sauce over the fish.
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Protein: 30 g
- Carbs: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
- Total Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Water: 0.25 L
Health Benefits
- Rich in omega-3 fatty acids which support heart health.
- Packed with protein, aiding in muscle repair and growth.
Tags
ChineseHalalSeafood Dish