Pla Krapong Pad Prik

Pla Krapong Pad Prik is a vibrant Thai seafood dish featuring crispy fried fish fillets stir-fried with a medley of fresh vegetables and a spicy sauce. This delightful dish is both flavorful and satisfying, perfect for those who enjoy a little heat with their seafood.

Ingredients

• Pla Krapong (grouper or similar white fish fillet) - 300 grams
• Cornstarch - 50 grams
• Vegetable oil (for frying) - 100 ml
• Garlic (minced) - 3 cloves
• Thai bird's eye chilies (sliced) - 2-3 pieces
• Red bell pepper (sliced) - 1 medium
• Green bell pepper (sliced) - 1 medium
• Onion (sliced) - 1 medium
• Soy sauce (kosher) - 3 tablespoons
• Oyster sauce (kosher) - 2 tablespoons
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh cilantro (for garnish) - a handful

Steps

1. Rinse the fish fillets under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel.
2. Coat the fish fillets evenly with cornstarch, shaking off any excess.
3. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
4. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the fish fillets and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove the fish from the pan and drain on paper towels.
5. In the same pan, add the minced garlic and sliced chilies, sautéing until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
6. Add the sliced onions and bell peppers to the pan, stirring frequently until they are slightly tender, about 3-4 minutes.
7. In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, and lime juice, then pour this sauce over the vegetables in the pan.
8. Stir to combine, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly, about 2 minutes.
9. Add the fried fish back into the pan, gently tossing to coat the fish with the sauce and vegetables.
10. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 900 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.

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