Ingredients
1
whole tilapia
1
tbsp garlic
4
tbsp vinegar
4
tbsp sugar
1
cup tomato sauce
1
medium white onion, chopped
1
small onion, sliced into rings (for garnish)
1
red bell pepper, cut into strips
1
medium ginger, cut into strips
1
small carrot, cut into strips
¼
cup water
Salt and pepper to taste
1
cup Noor Oil for deep frying
½
lime juice
Preparation
Introduction:
The sweet and tangy flavours of this saucy fish preparation will delight even a picky eater.
Steps Involved:
Make a few gashes on the cleaned Tilapia. Marinate Tilapia fish with salt, pepper and lime juice for 10 minutes.
Heat Noor Oil;in a deep fry pan to a medium heat.
Fry the tilapia fish until cooked and crispy.
Drain the fish on a paper towel and keep aside.
In a separate pan, sauté garlic, onion, carrots, ginger, and bell pepper.
Add ¼ cup of water and simmer for about 5 minutes.
Pour 1 cup tomato sauce and vinegar; mix thoroughly and simmer for a few minutes. Check to ensure a slightly thick, pouring consistency for this sweet and sour sauce.
Place fried fish on a serving platter.
Pour the sauce prepared above on top of the fish and garnish on top with onion rings.
Suggestion:
Best served hot with plain white rice. Enjoy!