Sweet and sour Filipino fish with vegetables in tangy sauce

whole, cleaned
for frying
minced
sliced, 1-inch
medium, sliced
sliced
chopped, for garnish
Clean and pat dry the fish. Season with salt and pepper.
Heat 0.5 cup of oil in a large pan over medium heat. Fry the fish until golden brown on both sides. Remove and set aside.
In the same pan, remove excess oil leaving about 2 tablespoons. Sauté the garlic and ginger until fragrant.
Add the onion and bell pepper. Cook until the onions are translucent.
In a small bowl, mix vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, and water. Pour into the pan and bring to a simmer.
Add the fish back to the pan. Spoon the sauce over the fish and let it cook for another 5 minutes.
Add salt to taste and garnish with green onions before serving.

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