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Fried Tilapia with Vinegar Dipping Sauce (Kinilaw)

Crispy fried tilapia served with a tangy and refreshing vinegar-based dipping sauce, a soy-free version of Kinilaw.

15m prep + 20m cook4 servings
Contains fishSOY-free
400 cal|30g protein|15g carbs|25g fat|1g fiber

Ingredients

  • 4 medium Tilapia fillets
  • 1/2 cup Rice flour
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black pepper
  • 1 cup Vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup White vinegar
  • 1/4 cup Red onion
  • 1 tbsp Ginger
  • 1 small Green chili pepper

Instructions

  1. 1In a shallow dish, combine rice flour, salt, and pepper.
  2. 2Dredge tilapia fillets in the rice flour mixture, ensuring they are fully coated.
  3. 3Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. 4Carefully place the tilapia fillets in the hot oil and fry for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. 5Remove the tilapia from the skillet and place on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
  6. 6In a small bowl, combine white vinegar, red onion, ginger, and green chili pepper. This is the dipping sauce.
  7. 7Serve the fried tilapia hot with the vinegar dipping sauce.

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