
Kia ora, seafood lovers! Craving something crispy, tangy, and packed with fresh flavours? Our Sweet & Sour NZ Snapper Stir-Fry is the perfect way to enjoy locally caught snapper in a vibrant, mouthwatering dish. With golden-fried fish, a sticky-sweet sauce, and colourful veggies, this recipe brings a taste of the tropics to your dinner table—quick and easy!
Ingredients
For the Snapper:
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250g fresh NZ Snapper fillet (thinly sliced)
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1 tsp baking soda (for extra crispiness!)
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3 tbsp all-purpose flour
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2 tbsp cornstarch
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Canola oil (for frying)
Sweet & Sour Sauce:
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30g tomato sauce
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1 tbsp rice vinegar
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50g brown sugar
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20g soy sauce
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Pineapple juice (from canned pineapple chunks)
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1 tbsp cornstarch (to thicken)
For Stir-Frying:
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¼ yellow onion (roughly diced)
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1-2 capsicums (mixed colours for extra vibrancy!)
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½ can pineapple chunks in juice (drained, juice reserved for sauce)
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1 inch ginger (thinly sliced)
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3 cloves garlic (thinly sliced)
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1 tbsp canola oil
To Serve:
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Steamed jasmine rice
Instructions
1. Prepare the Snapper
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In a bowl, mix the baking soda, flour, and cornstarch until well combined.
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Dredge the thinly sliced snapper fillets in the mixture, ensuring an even coating.
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Heat canola oil in a pan to 180°C and fry the snapper for 3 minutes or until golden and crispy. Set aside to drain.
2. Make the Sweet & Sour Sauce
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In a bowl, whisk together:
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Pineapple juice (from the drained can)
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Tomato sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce
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Cornstarch (to thicken)
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Set aside—this will be the glossy, tangy glaze for your stir-fry!
3. Stir-Fry the Veggies & Bring It All Together
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Heat 1 tbsp canola oil in a wok or large pan over high heat until smoking.
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Add the garlic and ginger, stir-frying for 1 minute (don’t let it burn!).
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Toss in the capsicums and onions, stir-frying for 2 minutes until slightly softened but still crisp.
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Add the pineapple chunks and cook for another 1 minute.
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Pour in the sweet & sour sauce, stirring until it thickens and becomes glossy.
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Turn off the heat, then gently fold in the crispy snapper pieces to coat them in the sauce.
4. Serve & Enjoy!
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Plate up with steamed jasmine rice for the perfect balance of textures and flavours.
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Garnish with sesame seeds or fresh spring onions if you’re feeling fancy!
Why You’ll Love This Dish
✔ Crispy & tender snapper – The baking soda trick keeps the fish ultra-crispy!
✔ Bursting with sweet, tangy, and umami flavours – A crowd-pleasing sauce that’s not too heavy.
✔ Quick & easy – Ready in under 30 minutes for a fuss-free weeknight meal.
✔ Packed with fresh NZ ingredients – Supporting local seafood and produce!
Order your fresh NZ snapper from The Seafood Collective and whip up this tropical delight at home!
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Let us know how yours turns out in the comments! 🍍🐟🔥