Sweet and Sour Tilapia

A delightful dish featuring crispy tilapia fillets cooked in a tangy and sweet sauce made from vinegar, sugar, and bell peppers, creating a perfect balance of flavors.

Estimated cost: ₱117–₱130

Prep 20 min · Total 30 min · Serves 1

Nutrition per serving: 674 kcal · 27 g protein · 26 g carbs · 60 g fat

Ingredients

• 1 whole Tilapia fillet
• 1 medium Bell pepper (sliced)
• 1 medium Carrot (julienned)
• 1 medium Onion (sliced)
• 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 2 tbsp Vinegar
• 3 tbsp Sugar
• 2 tbsp Soy sauce
• 1/4 cup Cooking oil

Steps

1. Rinse the tilapia under cold water and pat dry. Season with salt and pepper.
2. Heat cooking oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry the tilapia until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes on each side. Remove and set aside.
3. In the same pan, sauté garlic and onion until fragrant and the onion is translucent.
4. Add the sliced bell pepper and julienned carrot, and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
5. Mix in vinegar, soy sauce, and sugar, stirring well. Allow to simmer for 5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
6. Return the fried tilapia to the pan, spooning the sauce over the fish, and cook for another 2 minutes.
7. Transfer to a serving plate and drizzle with remaining sauce before serving.

Prices are estimates based on Department of Agriculture price monitoring. Nutrition is estimated from ingredient data (USDA FoodData Central, FNRI).