Spicy Fried Tubtim Fish Salad: A Fun Chat with Chef Priya & Chef Nisha!
Chef Priya: "Nisha, I’ve been dreaming of some Thai flavors lately. What do you think about making a spicy fish salad?"
Chef Nisha: "Great idea, Priya! Let’s whip up a Spicy Fried Tubtim Fish Salad. It’s healthy, flavorful, and perfect for any meal!"
Chef Priya: "I can’t wait! Let’s dive into this recipe."
Ingredients:
- 1 whole Tubtim fish (or red tilapia), cleaned
- 1 cup rice flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 red chilies, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp sugar
Preparing the Fish: Step-by-Step
Chef Nisha: "First, we’ll season the fish with salt and pepper, then coat it in rice flour. This will make it wonderfully crispy when fried."
Chef Priya: "Rice flour is such a game-changer for crispy textures!"
Chef Nisha: "Heat the oil in a deep pan and fry the fish until golden and crispy. This should take about 5-7 minutes per side."
Chef Priya: "It already smells divine! What’s next?"
Making the Salad
Chef Nisha: "Now we prepare the salad. In a bowl, mix cherry tomatoes, onion, cucumber, cilantro, and red chilies."
Chef Priya: "The colors are so vibrant! It’s a feast for the eyes."
Chef Nisha: "For the dressing, whisk together fish sauce, lime juice, and sugar until the sugar dissolves. Pour it over the salad and toss to combine."
Chef Priya: "This dressing has the perfect balance of salty, sour, and sweet flavors."
Assembling the Dish
Chef Nisha: "Place the crispy fried fish on a large serving plate and top it with the salad. Drizzle any leftover dressing on top."
Chef Priya: "This looks restaurant-worthy! Should we pair it with anything?"
Chef Nisha: "A bowl of steamed jasmine rice would complement it beautifully."
Why You’ll Love This Dish
The Spicy Fried Tubtim Fish Salad is a harmonious blend of crispy, spicy, tangy, and fresh flavors. Perfect for special occasions or a simple dinner that feels extravagant, this dish is bound to impress your guests and family alike!
Chef Priya: "I’m ready to dig in, Nisha! This dish is pure magic."
Chef Nisha: "You’ve outdone yourself, Priya! Let’s celebrate with a toast to Thai flavors."
Stay tuned for more exciting recipes and culinary adventures with Chef Priya & Chef Nisha!
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