Garlic Fish Recipe

Impress your guests with this vibrant and flavorful Thai Garlic Fish recipe, inspired by Nita Mehta's Thai cookery. This quick and easy dish features tender fish infused with aromatic ginger, garlic, and a touch of spice. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion!

Prep Time 120 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 108.2 kcal
Protein 25g
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Ingredients for Garlic Fish

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How to Make Garlic Fish

  1. Marinate the fish: In a bowl, combine 1 lb fish fillets (e.g., cod, snapper, or tilapia), 2 tbsp ginger-garlic paste, 1 tsp salt, and 2 tbsp lemon juice. Marinate for at least 2 hours (or longer for deeper flavor).
  2. Sauté aromatics: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tbsp minced ginger and 2 cloves minced garlic and sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add spices: Stir in 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  4. Add fish and sauce: Add 2 chopped spring onions, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 cup fish sauce (or soy sauce), and the marinated fish to the wok.
  5. Cook quickly: Cook on high heat for 2 minutes, stirring gently.
  6. Simmer and dry: Cover the wok and simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and the sauce has slightly thickened. If the sauce is too watery, uncover and cook for another minute or two to reduce.
  7. Garnish and serve: Garnish with 2 tbsp chopped cilantro and 1 tbsp chopped spring onions. Serve hot with steamed rice.
  8. Enjoy! This recipe will elevate any dinner party.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

61 g

Sugar

3g

Fat

3g

Carbs

1g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Garlic Fish?

Garlic Fish takes about 145 minutes from start to finish — roughly 120 minutes to prepare and 25 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Garlic Fish?

Garlic Fish has approximately 108.2 calories per serving, with about 25 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 6 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Garlic Fish?

The key ingredients for Garlic Fish are White Fish Fillets, Ginger Paste, Garlic Paste, Lemon Juice, Garlic, Ginger. See the full list with measurements above.

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