Fried Whole Tilapia with Basil and Chilies

Description

Nothing is more stunning at the dinner table than serving a whole fried fish with a fragrant unctuous sauce. Caution should be used when deep frying the fish; make sure you have plenty of room and a big pot. Serve with steamed jasmine rice.

Ingredients

• 1 whole (10 ounce) fresh tilapia, cleaned and scaled
• 1 quart oil for deep frying
• 2 tablespoons cooking oil
• 5 large red chili peppers, sliced
• 5 cloves garlic, chopped
• 1 yellow onion, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce
• 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
• ¼ cup Thai basil leaves
• ¼ cup chopped cilantro

Prep Time: 20 mins

Cook Time: 15 mins

Total Time: 35 mins

Servings: 4