Escabeche (Sweet and Sour Fish)

May 23, 2023May 23, 20230 14
Tasty and tangy Escabeche (Sweet and Sour Fish) recipe
in Seafood

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 -3 lbs red snapper , whole fish
4 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar or 1/2 cup white vinegar
1/4 water
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 large chopped onion
6 tablespoons minced garlic
1/2 cup ginger , julienned
1/2 cup carrot , julienned
1/2 cup red bell pepper
1/2 cup scallion , julienned ( spring onions )
1 tablespoon sifted flour

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
315
Sugar
20g
Fat
13g
Escabeche (Sweet and Sour Fish) is a popular Filipino recipe that has been around for centuries, dating back to the Spanish colonization era. The dish is a tropical blend of tangy and sweet flavors that can be enjoyed with plain or fried rice. The word ‘escabeche’ comes from the Spanish word ‘escabechar,’ which means ‘to pickle,’ and refers to the method of preserving fish or other meats in vinegar. Over time, the Philippines has adopted different versions of this recipe, such as using chicken, pork, or shrimp instead of fish. In this recipe, we will be using red snapper as the star ingredient to create a healthy and delicious meal for your family.

Instructions

1.Clean and season the fish with salt and pepper.
2.Heat 4 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
3.Fry the fish until both sides are golden brown.
4.In the same pan, sauté the garlic and onion until the onion becomes translucent.
5.Add ginger, carrot, bell pepper, and scallion to the pan and stir fry.
6.Mix soy sauce, vinegar, water, and brown sugar in a bowl and pour the mixture into the pan.
7.Simmer for 5 minutes until the sauce thickens, stirring occasionally.
8.Mix the sifted flour with a tablespoon of water and add it to the pan. Stir to combine.
9.Serve the fish with the vegetable mixture on top and drizzle with the sweet and sour sauce.

PROS

This dish is rich in protein and healthy fats because of the red snapper fish.

It’s a flavorful and easy-to-prepare recipe that’s perfect for weeknight dinners.

CONS

Escabeche (Sweet and Sour Fish) can be high in sodium and sugar if you use too much soy sauce and brown sugar.

It may not be suitable for people with high blood pressure or diabetes.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Red snapper is a great source of protein and healthy fats, essential nutrients for maintaining healthy muscle and brain function.
Ginger and garlic have antibacterial properties, while bell pepper and carrot are high in vitamin C and A, respectively.
The combination of these ingredients in one dish makes Escabeche (Sweet and Sour Fish) a great immune-boosting meal.

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