Polynesian Sweet and Sour Fish: L'a Momona a Paakai

Ingredients

• 1 ounce ginger root, peeled and minced
• 4 ounces mirin
• 1 ounce soy sauce
• 2 1/2 pounds mahi-mahi, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
• Oil, for frying

Batter:

• 7 ounces flour
• 7 ounces water
• 3 ounces soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• Seasoned flour, as needed
• 20 ounces sweet and sour sauce

Directions

Combine ginger, mirin, and soy sauce and marinate the fish for 30 minutes. Preheat oil in a deep-fryer to 350 degrees F.

Mix together batter ingredients.

When preparing an order, drain and dredge fish cubes in seasoned flour. Coat fish with the batter and deep-fry until golden brown.

In a bowl, gently toss one portion of fried fish with 4 ounces of hot sweet and sour sauce. Serve immediately on a warmed dinner plate.