Guangdong Style Fish

Guangdong Style Fish is a tender, flavorful dish that highlights the freshness of the fish, enhanced with fragrant ginger and aromatic herbs. Perfect for a midnight meal, this gluten-free recipe brings a taste of southern China right to your kitchen.

Ingredients

• White fish fillets (e.g., tilapia or cod) - 300 grams
• Ginger - 15 grams, thinly sliced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Scallions - 2 stalks, chopped
• Soy sauce (gluten-free) - 30 ml
• Sesame oil - 10 ml
• Rice vinegar - 10 ml
• Cornstarch - 10 grams
• Water - 100 ml
• Fresh cilantro - 10 grams, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. 1. Rinse the fish fillets under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
2. 2. In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and water. Set aside.
3. 3. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add a bit of oil. Sauté the ginger and garlic until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
4. 4. Add the fish fillets to the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
5. 5. Pour the sauce mixture over the fish, then sprinkle the cornstarch evenly over the top. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to thicken the sauce.
6. 6. Once the sauce has thickened, remove from heat and add the chopped scallions and cilantro on top for garnish.
7. 7. Serve hot, pairing it with steamed rice or vegetables if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 6 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 650 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids from fish, promoting heart health.

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