Salt and Pepper Pan Fried Fish Fillet

Steps

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1. 1
   Cut the cod fillet into roughly 2-inch by 2-inch pieces.
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2. 2
   Season both sides of the fish pieces with salt and white pepper powder, then let sit for 15 minutes to allow the flavours to infuse.
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3. 3
   Prepare the seasoning ingredients: mince 2 cloves of garlic, chop 1 green onion into pieces, and finely chop 1 small chili pepper (removing seeds if you prefer less spice).
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4. 4
   Coat both sides of each fish piece evenly with cornstarch.
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5. 5
   Add oil to a hot skillet over medium-high heat and let it get hot enough so that a piece of chopped green onion immediately sizzles when added.
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   Place the fish in the hot oil and pan fry for 2 minutes on the first side without moving it. Flip and fry the other side for 2 minutes, then flip back to the first side and fry for 2 more minutes. Repeat until you have pan fried for about 8 minutes total, adjusting time as needed based on thickness.
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   After the second flip, add a bit more oil if needed, then add the minced garlic and briefly sauté, followed by the green onion and chili pepper. Toss everything together.
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   Sprinkle salt, black pepper powder, and white pepper powder over the fish and gently toss a few times to distribute the seasoning evenly.
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