Crispy Sweet and Sour Tuna Fillet Delight

Sweet and Sour Tuna

Ingredients

• For the Tuna:
  • 250 grams tuna fillet
  • 75 grams crispy flour
  • 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 egg
  • 1 onion
  • 5 shallots
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 large red chilies
  • 3 bird’s eye chilies
  • 1 tomato
  • Green onions, to taste
  • Salt, to taste
  • Sugar, to taste
  • 2 teaspoons oyster sauce
  • 5 tablespoons sweet soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • Flavor enhancer (optional)
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Oil for frying

Instructions

1. Prepare the Tuna:

   • Rinse the tuna fillets thoroughly under cold water, then drain well. Cut the fillets into pieces according to your preference. Season with salt and lime juice, then let them marinate for about 5 minutes to absorb the flavors.

2. Coat the Tuna:

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   • In a mixing bowl, whisk the egg until well beaten. In another bowl, combine the crispy flour and all-purpose flour. Dip each piece of marinated tuna into the egg mixture, ensuring it is fully coated, then dredge it in the flour mixture.

3. Fry the Tuna:

   • Heat a generous amount of oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully place the coated tuna into the pan. Fry until golden brown and crispy on all sides. Once cooked, remove the tuna from the oil and place it on a paper towel to drain excess oil.

4. Make the Sauce:

   • In the same pan, sauté all the chopped aromatics: onion, shallots, garlic, and both types of chilies until fragrant. Add the diced tomato and continue to sauté until soft.

5. Combine Ingredients:

   • Next, add the sweet soy sauce, ketchup, oyster sauce, salt, sugar, and flavor enhancer (if using) to the pan. Pour in a little warm water to help combine the flavors, stirring well to create a smooth sauce.

6. Finish the Dish:

   • Gently add the fried tuna pieces into the sauce, making sure they are well coated. Allow the tuna to simmer in the sauce for a couple of minutes to absorb the flavors.

7. Serve:

   • Transfer the sweet and sour tuna to a serving plate, garnishing with sliced green onions. This delightful dish is now ready to be enjoyed with steamed rice or your favorite side dish!

Enjoy!

This vibrant dish of Sweet and Sour Tuna is perfect for any occasion, delivering a delightful balance of flavors that will surely impress your family and friends. Happy cooking!