beer battered tilapia red chile mandarin orange sauce
Author of this recipe: Wiley Avalos
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### Beer Battered Tilapia Red Chile Mandarin Orange Sauce Recipe
#### Ingredients:
- **Tilapia Fillets:** 4 pieces (about 6 oz each)
- **Beer Batters:**
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup beer (light or dark, your preference)
- **Oil for Frying:** Enough to coat the pan
- **Red Chile Sauce:**
- 1 red chili, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- Zest of 1 orange (optional)
- **Mandarin Orange Sauce:**
- 1/4 cup mandarin orange juice
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- Pinch of salt
#### Instructions:
1. **Prepare the Batter:**
- In a large bowl, mix flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Gradually add beer while stirring until you get a smooth batter with a pouring consistency.
2. **Dredge Tilapia Fillets:**
- Carefully coat each tilapia fillet in the beer batter, ensuring it is fully covered but not dripping wet.
3. **Fry Tilapia:**
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or large skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the battered tilapia for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Drain excess oil on paper towels.
4. **Prepare Red Chile Sauce:**
- In a small saucepan, combine red chili, soy sauce, fish sauce, honey, garlic, and orange zest if using.
- Cook over low heat for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors meld together.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
5. **Make Mandarin Orange Sauce:**
- In a small bowl, mix mandarin orange juice with cornstarch and salt. Whisk well to avoid lumps.
- Heat sauce over medium heat until it thickens slightly, about 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in a few drops of red chili sauce for added flavor.
6. **Serve:**
- Arrange fried tilapia on a platter or individual plates.
- Spoon the red chile mandarin orange sauce over the fish, ensuring each piece is well coated.
- Garnish with fresh herbs or additional citrus zest if desired.
#### Tips:
- For an extra crispy batter, chill the batter for 30 minutes before using.
- Adjust the heat level of your red chile sauce based on personal preference.
- Cornstarch helps thicken the mandarin orange sauce quickly and effectively.
Enjoy this delicious beer battered tilapia paired with its vibrant and tangy red chile mandarin orange sauce, perfect as a main dish or served with a side salad. This recipe not only satisfies but also impresses your guests!