Gluten-Free Szechuan Fish

Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with this Gluten-Free Szechuan Fish recipe, a bold and flavorful Chinese-inspired dish perfect for those avoiding gluten without sacrificing authentic flavors. Tender white fish fillets are lightly coated in gluten-free cornstarch, pan-fried to golden perfection, and then immersed in a spicy, aromatic Szechuan sauce featuring dried red chilies, ginger, garlic, and tongue-tingling Szechuan peppercorns. The gluten-free soy sauce and rice vinegar blend creates the perfect balance of savory and tangy, while the sesame oil and green onions add a fragrant finishing touch. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish is a quick yet impressive meal to serve alongside steamed rice or gluten-free noodles for a fiery, restaurant-quality experience at home.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams White fish fillets (cod, tilapia, or sole)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground white pepper
• 3 tablespoons Cornstarch (gluten-free)
• 4 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 4 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger, minced
• 6 Dried red chilies, broken into pieces
• 1 teaspoon Szechuan peppercorns
• 2 tablespoons Gluten-free soy sauce (tamari)
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 0.5 cup Vegetable broth (gluten-free)
• 2 Green onions, sliced
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil

Directions

Step 1

Pat the fish fillets dry and cut them into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

Season the fish pieces with salt and ground white pepper. Coat them evenly with the gluten-free cornstarch.

Step 3

Heat 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the fish and pan-fry until golden on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove the fish and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet or wok, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Reduce the heat to medium and add the minced garlic, ginger, dried red chilies, and Szechuan peppercorns. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix the gluten-free soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, and vegetable broth until combined. Pour this mixture into the skillet.

Step 6

Bring the sauce to a simmer, then add the cooked fish back into the skillet. Gently toss to coat the fish in the sauce. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes so the fish absorbs the flavors.

Step 7

Turn off the heat and drizzle the sesame oil over the dish. Garnish with sliced green onions.

Step 8

Serve immediately with steamed white rice or gluten-free noodles for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	881.8 grams (881.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1439

Total Fat 74.10g	95%
Saturated Fat 11.10g	55%
Polyunsaturated Fat 39.40g
Cholesterol 250mg	83%
Sodium 4861mg	211%
Total Carbohydrate 91.60g	33%
Dietary Fiber 14.10g	50%
Total Sugars 35.50g
Protein 115.30g	231%

Vitamin D 1000IU	5000%
Calcium 256mg	20%
Iron 10mg	56%
Potassium 2775mg	59%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.6%

Protein: 30.9%

Carbs: 24.5%