Squirrel Shaped Mandarin Fish
Squirrel-Shaped Mandarin Fish is a classic Chinese dish that is known for its unique presentation. The fish is deep-fried and served with a sweet and sour sauce, resembling a squirrel's tail when presented.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Water - 1/2 cup
- Sugar - 1/4 cup
- Vinegar - 2 tablespoons
- Tomato ketchup - 1/4 cup
- Vegetable oil - For deep frying
- Cornstarch - 1/2 cup
- Egg whites - 2
- Cooking wine - 1 tablespoon
- Salt - 1 teaspoon
- Mandarin fish - 1 whole, about 1.5 kg
Let's Get Started
- Clean the fish and make diagonal cuts on both sides of the fish body.
- Marinate the fish with salt and cooking wine for 15 minutes.
- Dip the fish in beaten egg whites and then coat with cornstarch.
- Heat the oil in a wok and deep-fry the fish until golden brown. Place the fish on a plate and shape it like a squirrel.
- In a separate pan, mix ketchup, vinegar, sugar, and water to make the sauce. Heat until the sugar is fully dissolved.
- Pour the sauce over the fried fish and serve immediately.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 20g
- Protein: 30g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Sugar: 10g
