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Szechuan Fish Recipe

Dive into a flavor explosion with this incredibly easy Szechuan Fish recipe! This vibrant dish is ready in under 30 minutes and features a mouthwatering Szechuan sauce that's perfect for fish, prawns, or other seafood. Tender fish fillets are expertly seared and then simmered to perfection in a fragrant sauce. Get ready for a taste of authentic Szechuan cuisine that's both quick and impressive!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 157.7 kcal
Protein 52g
Rating 3.9 (7 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Szechuan Fish

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How to Make Szechuan Fish

  1. Prepare the marinade: In a bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice wine vinegar, 1 tbsp Sichuan peppercorns (crushed), 1 tbsp chili garlic sauce, 1 tsp ginger (minced), 1 clove garlic (minced), and 1 tsp sesame oil.
  2. Marinate the fish: Add 1 lb fish fillets (cod, tilapia, or your choice) to the marinade. Gently toss to coat and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes (or up to 30 minutes for maximum flavor).
  3. Stir-fry aromatics: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 stalks green onions (sliced) and 2 cloves garlic (minced). Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Sear the fish: Add the marinated fish fillets to the wok. Sear for 2-3 minutes per side, until lightly browned.
  5. Simmer in sauce: Pour the remaining marinade over the fish. Bring to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through.
  6. Garnish and serve: Garnish with chopped green onions and serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

38 g

Sugar

2g

Fat

2g

Carbs

1g

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30 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion Healthy Very Low Carbs Seafood Vegetables Asian Easy Dinner Party Low Fat Fish Dietary Low Cholesterol Low Saturated Fat Low Calorie Stir Fry Low Carb Healthy 2 Low In Something Saltwater Fish Cod Shellfish 3 Steps Or Less Technique