Title: Crispy Fried Catfish with Spicy Sauce
Ingredients
| Main Ingredients | |
|---|---|
| Catfish fillets | 1/2 kg |
| Optional shrimp (for variety) | To taste |
| Instant batter mix (such as Sajiku) | As needed |
| Egg | 1 large |
| Oyster sauce | 1 tbsp |
| Spicy Sauce Ingredients | |
|---|---|
| Hot sauce (such as Belibis) | 1-2 tbsp |
| Carrot | 1, thinly sliced |
| Onion | 1 small, sliced thin |
| Tomato | 1, diced |
| Green onion | 1 stalk, thinly sliced |
| Bird’s eye chilies | 3, finely chopped |
| Large red chilies | 2, sliced thinly |
| Salt | To taste |
| Sugar | To taste |
| Water | 1/2 cup |
Instructions
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Prepare the Fish:
- Clean the catfish thoroughly and cut each fillet into two portions.
- Crack the egg into a small bowl and beat it well.
- Dredge the fish in the instant batter mix, then dip it in the beaten egg, and finally coat it in the batter mix once again. This double-coating ensures a crispy texture.
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Fry the Fish:
- In a deep skillet or pan, heat oil over medium-high heat.
- Fry the coated catfish pieces until golden and crispy. Remove from oil and set aside on paper towels to drain any excess oil.
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Prepare the Spicy Sauce:
- Thinly slice the onion, bird’s eye chilies, and large red chilies.
- Slice the carrot, green onion, and tomato.
- In a separate pan, heat a small amount of oil over medium heat. Sauté the sliced onion until translucent.
- Add the chilies and cook for a minute, then add the carrot and green onion, cooking just until slightly softened.
- Season with salt and sugar as desired. Pour in the water and bring the sauce to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed for a balanced sweet, salty, and spicy flavor.
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Serve:
- Pour the spicy sauce over the fried catfish and garnish with additional sliced green onions, if desired. Enjoy your crispy fried catfish with spicy sauce!
