Description
This impressive yet simple Ginger Onion Fried Sea Bass Recipe brings together the delicate flavor of fresh sea bass with the aromatic punch of ginger and sweet caramelized onions. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions!
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Fish:
- 2 pounds fresh sea bass fillets (about 4 fillets), skin on
- 1 tablespoon rice wine or dry sherry
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon white pepper
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil for frying
- For the Ginger-Onion Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 4 slices fresh ginger (about 2 inches), julienned
- 2 medium onions, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (use tamari for gluten-free option)
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (omit for gluten-free or use gluten-free oyster sauce)
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- ½ cup chicken broth or water
- 2 scallions, sliced diagonally for garnish
- Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Sea Bass
- Pat the sea bass fillets dry with paper towels. This ensures the fish will sear properly and not steam.
- In a small bowl, mix rice wine, salt, and white pepper.
- Drizzle this mixture over the fish and gently rub it in.
- Let the fish marinate for 10 minutes while you prepare other ingredients.
- After marinating, lightly dust each fillet with cornstarch on both sides, shaking off any excess.
Step 2: Fry the Sea Bass
- Heat a large non-stick skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil and wait until it’s hot but not smoking.
- Carefully place the sea bass fillets in the pan, skin-side down first.
- Cook for 3-4 minutes until the skin is crispy and golden.
- Gently flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the fish is just cooked through and flakes easily.
- Transfer the cooked fish to a serving plate and keep warm.
Step 3: Prepare the Ginger-Onion Sauce
- In the same pan, add the remaining oil if needed.
- Add julienned ginger and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add sliced onions and cook for 4-5 minutes until they begin to soften and caramelize.
- Add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, being careful not to burn it.
- Pour in soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, and chicken broth.
- Stir well and bring to a simmer for 2 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens.
Step 4: Combine and Serve
- Pour the hot ginger-onion sauce directly over the fried sea bass fillets.
- Garnish with sliced scallions and cilantro leaves if using.
- Serve immediately with steamed rice or your favorite sides.
Notes
Pro Tips:
- The secret to the best Ginger Onion Fried Sea Bass Recipe is using the freshest fish you can find.
- Make sure your oil is hot enough before adding the fish to achieve perfectly crispy skin.
- Don’t overcook the sea bass! It’s done when it flakes easily but is still moist inside.
- If you can’t find sea bass, this recipe works beautifully with other white fish like snapper, grouper, or cod.
- For a gluten-free version, use tamari instead of soy sauce and omit or substitute the oyster sauce.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with sauce
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 650
- Fat: 16
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 13
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 32
- Cholesterol: 65
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