Air Fryer Sichuan Peppercorn Roasted Fish

This dish brings together the sweet umami of oyster sauce and light soy sauce with a gentle kick from Sichuan peppercorns to create a balanced flavor profile perfect for seafood lovers. The sea bass becomes tender and flaky while staying moist inside thanks to the cooking method. Adding fresh scallions and ginger at the end […]

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Prep
15m
Cook
25m
Total
40m
Servings
2
Difficulty
Easy
Spice
1/5
Cuisine
Chinese

IngredientsWhat you'll need for Air Fryer Sichuan Peppercorn Roasted Fish

Ingredient Amount
sea bass 1 as needed
light soy sauce to taste
oyster sauce to taste
Sichuan peppercorns generous
sugar a pinch
salt a pinch
scallions and ginger to taste
  • sea bass1 as needed
  • light soy sauceto taste
  • oyster sauceto taste
  • Sichuan peppercornsgenerous
  • sugara pinch
  • salta pinch
  • scallions and gingerto taste

Cooking StepsHow to cook Air Fryer Sichuan Peppercorn Roasted Fish step by step

  1. Air Fryer Sichuan Peppercorn Roasted Fish
    Step 1

    Wash the fish thoroughly and pat dry with paper towels.

  2. Air Fryer Sichuan Peppercorn Roasted Fish
    Step 2

    Score the fish on both sides with a sharp knife to help the marinade penetrate.

  3. Air Fryer Sichuan Peppercorn Roasted Fish
    Step 3
  4. Air Fryer Sichuan Peppercorn Roasted Fish
    Step 4

    Add all seasonings to the fish, massage well to coat evenly, then marinate in the refrigerator overnight.

  5. Air Fryer Sichuan Peppercorn Roasted Fish
    Step 5
  6. Air Fryer Sichuan Peppercorn Roasted Fish
    Step 6

    Air fry at 180°C for 10 minutes, then flip the fish and air fry for another 10 minutes at 180°C.

  7. Air Fryer Sichuan Peppercorn Roasted Fish
    Step 7

    The fish comes out wonderfully fragrant and crispy. Serve immediately.

Air Fryer Sichuan Peppercorn Roasted Fish

This dish brings together the sweet umami of oyster sauce and light soy sauce with a gentle kick from Sichuan peppercorns to create a balanced flavor profile perfect for seafood lovers. The sea bass becomes tender and flaky while staying moist inside thanks to the cooking method. Adding fresh scallions and ginger at the end […]

Ingredients

  • 1 as needed sea bass
  • to taste light soy sauce
  • to taste oyster sauce
  • generous Sichuan peppercorns
  • a pinch sugar
  • a pinch salt
  • to taste scallions and ginger

Instructions

  1. Wash the fish thoroughly and pat dry with paper towels.

  2. Score the fish on both sides with a sharp knife to help the marinade penetrate.

  3. Add all seasonings to the fish, massage well to coat evenly, then marinate in the refrigerator overnight.

  4. Air fry at 180°C for 10 minutes, then flip the fish and air fry for another 10 minutes at 180°C.

  5. The fish comes out wonderfully fragrant and crispy. Serve immediately.

Recipe Details