Savor the Flavor: Pan-Fried Fish with Ginger and Scallions

Discover this delicious Pan-Fried Fish with Ginger and Scallions, combining crispy fish with fresh aromatics for a quick and gluten-free dinner.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Asian

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Fish

4 fillets firm white fish (cod or halibut)
2 tablespoons sesame oil or canola oil
to taste salt
to taste pepper

For the Aromatics

2 tablespoons fresh ginger, minced
2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
3 stalks fresh scallions, sliced or chives

For the Sauce

2 tablespoons gluten-free soy sauce
1 tablespoon lime or lemon juice

Equipment

Large skillet
small pan
spatula
Paper towels

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels, then season both sides with salt and pepper. Rest for 5 minutes.
Heat 2 tablespoons of sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Place the fish fillets skin-side down in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes.
In a small pan, heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil and sauté the ginger, garlic, and scallions for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Pour in 2 tablespoons of soy sauce and simmer for 1 minute. Adjust consistency with water if necessary.
Squeeze lime or lemon juice over the fish, plate, and drizzle with the ginger-scallion sauce. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure fish fillets are dry for the best crispiness. This dish can be served with jasmine rice or sautéed greens.

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