Ginger Onion Fried Sea Bass: Quick, Tasty Seafood Bliss

This Ginger Onion Fried Sea Bass recipe is a quick, nutritious seafood dish that elevates your weeknight meals with ease.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 20

Total Time 35

Servings: 2 fillets

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Asian

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Sea Bass

2 fillets Sea Bass You can swap it for snapper or cod for a similar taste.

For the Marinade

1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to your taste.
1 teaspoon Pepper Freshly ground is always best.

For the Sauce

1 tablespoon Minced Ginger Fresh is preferable, but ground can work in a pinch.
1 clove Minced Garlic Substitute with garlic powder if needed (1/4 teaspoon).
3 tablespoons Soy Sauce Opt for low-sodium for a healthier choice.
2 tablespoons Oyster Sauce Swap with vegetarian oyster sauce if desired.
1 teaspoon Sugar Optional to reduce for less sweetness.
2 stalks Green Onions Chives or leeks are great replacements.

For Cooking

2 tablespoons Cooking Oil Vegetable or canola oil works well.

Equipment

Large skillet

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Marinate the Sea Bass by seasoning the fillet with salt and pepper; allow to sit for about 15 minutes.
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Fry the marinated sea bass fillet for 3-4 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes until cooked through.
Sauté minced ginger and garlic in the same skillet for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add chopped green onions and sauté for an additional 30 seconds.
Combine the fried sea bass back to the skillet with the sautéed ingredients, then add soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sugar; toss to coat for 1-2 minutes.
Adjust seasoning as needed and serve hot, ideally with steamed rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 25gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, serve immediately to maintain texture and flavor.

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