Pla Rad Prik

Dive into the vibrant flavors of Thai cuisine with Pla Rad Prik, a crispy fried fish drizzled in a spicy garlic-chili sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner that brings excitement to your table!

• 500 grams whole fish (like tilapia or snapper)
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cups vegetable oil
• 4 cloves garlic
• 3 tablespoons Thai chili paste (Nam Prik Pao)
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon palm sugar
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 cup fresh basil leaves

Method

1. 1

   Rinse the whole fish under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Lightly coat the fish with flour, shaking off any excess.

2. 2

   In a deep frying pan or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully add the coated fish and fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.

3. 3

   In a separate pan, heat a tablespoon of oil and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant.

4. 4

   Add the Thai chili paste, soy sauce, palm sugar, and water to the pan with the garlic. Stir well to combine and cook for a few minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

5. 5

   Pour the sauce over the fried fish evenly, ensuring it's well coated.

6. 6

   Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.