Tilapia Tatsuta Age

May 27, 2023May 27, 20230 14

Tilapia Tatsuta Age: A Crispy and Flavorful Japanese Dish

by The Chefin Seafood

Prep

40 min

Cook

12 min

Ready In

52 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

386

Sugar

Fat

21g

Tilapia Tatsuta Age is a Japanese dish that has become increasingly popular all around the world. It is a crunchy and flavorful dish that is made by marinating the tilapia fillets in a mixture of sake, mirin, soy sauce, and fresh ginger before lightly coating them in potato starch and frying them until crispy. The result is a dish that is a perfectly balanced combination of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. Tilapia Tatsuta Age can be served as an appetizer or as a main dish accompanied by steamed rice and vegetables. It is a great way to add some variety to your seafood dishes and is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

Instructions

1.	In a shallow dish, mix together the sake, mirin, soy sauce, and ginger.
2.	Add the tilapia fillets to the marinade and let sit for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
3.	Heat a large pan with enough oil to reach 1 inch deep over medium-high heat.
4.	Dredge each marinated tilapia fillet in potato starch, tapping off any excess before carefully placing it in the hot oil.
5.	Fry the tilapia fillets in batches until they are golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.
6.	Drain the fried tilapia on paper towels before serving with sliced spring onions and a squeeze of lemon juice on top.

PROS

Tilapia Tatsuta Age is a deliciously crispy and savory dish that is simple to prepare and always a crowd-pleaser.

It is a great way to add some diversity to your seafood dishes and can be enjoyed as a main meal or appetizer.

CONS

Frying the tilapia fillets in oil can make this dish high in calories and fat.

It is important to enjoy it in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tilapia Tatsuta Age is an excellent source of protein, omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins B12 and D, and selenium.
Omega-3 fatty acids play a vital role in brain function and heart health, while also reducing inflammation in the body. Selenium is an antioxidant that can boost the immune system and protect against oxidative stress. Vitamin B12 and D are essential for maintaining healthy bones and teeth.

	4 tilapia fillets
	1 tablespoon sake
	1 tablespoon mirin
	2 tablespoons soy sauce
	1/2 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
	1 cup potato starch ( or cornflour )
	2 spring onions , finely sliced
	1/2 a lemon