The fish is lightly battered and deep-fried. Then, it’s coated with a sweet and sour sauce for a glossy grand finish. Chinese eat fish on Chinese New Year because it symbolizes good fortune. I hope that you’ll enjoy this Sweet and Sour Fish recipe and happy Chinese New Year!

Sweet and Sour Fish Written Recipe: https://cicili.tv/sweet-and-sour-fish-recipe/

Serves: 2
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes

For the fish:
3 pounds whole white bass, cleaned, or replaced with others
2 tablespoons rice wine
1/8 teaspoon of salt
8 slices ginger
2 stalks scallions
1/4 cup cornstarch, for coating
4 cups oil, for frying

For the batter:
1 ½ cups cornstarch, or other starch
Pinch of salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 large egg white
¾ cup cold club soda

For the sweet and sour sauce:
1 cup chicken stock
3 tablespoons ketchup
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ginger, minced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons red bell peppers, finely diced
2 tablespoons green bell peppers, finely diced
1 tablespoon cornstarch
3 tablespoons water

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