The best easy Asian side dishes for fried fish, whether it's fried catfish or Chinese deep-fried whole fish! (Yes, that means head and tail too!)
Fish, shrimp and other types of seafood make for great weekday dinners because they are quick to cook, delicious and healthy!
Here are some delicious side dishes to make your seafood platter a complete meal and elevate your golden brown fish fillets to a whole new level.
Fries
Spam Frites
French fries are the classic accompaniment to fried fish- along with tartar sauce!- but who says you have to stick to regular white potato wedges?
Try potato chips, onion rings, sweet potatoes or even luncheon meat fries! For extra flavor, sprinkle on some herbs, parmesan cheese and garlic powder!
Tip: Fries and fried fish both go really well with spicy gochujang mayo, Korean spicy butter and sambal oelek aioli!
Salad
Fried food can be a bit drying, so a side salad is a great choice for a side dish, to make it taste better!
Mango Salad with Cucumber and Tomato
Spicy Cucumber Salad
Cool and refreshing, a fresh salad is a great side dish, providing a nice contrast from the salty deep-fried fish!
This Chinese cucumber salad recipe is literally 1 of the easiest salads to make- it's literally cut and shake in an airtight container! Plus, it goes with all types of fish!
Vegetable Salad
Or if you're not a fan of Chinese black vinegar, try this Indian Kachumber Salad?
Coleslaw
Coleslaw is another classic side dish whose cool, refreshing flavor pairs perfectly with the rich and savory flavor of fried fish. Whether you prefer a creamy coleslaw or a vinegar-based one, this is the perfect side dish for a delicious meal!
Note: This is a vegetarian, 7-ingredient version, but coleslaw is also a great way to use leftover rotisserie meat!
Cold Noodle Salad
Mashed Potatoes
Korean Potato Salad is my favourite Asian potato recipe!
The sweetness of the apple cubes and the crunch of the cucumbers go so well with the creaminess of the mayonnaise and the fluffiness of the potato- all of which contrast perfectly with the crunchy fish fry!
For something different, use kimchi mayo or gochujang aioli for some spice!
Note: for more easy Korean side dishes, click here.
Vegetables
Vegetable Skewers
Grilled or roasted vegetable skewers in olive oil provide a colorful and nutritious side that balances the indulgence of fried fish.
Green Beans
Lightly sautรฉed or stir-fried green beans provide a refreshing crunch and vibrant color to balances the richness of fried fish.
Brussel Sprouts
These Fish Sauce Brussels sprouts is a great way to incorporate more fibre in your meal!
Collard Greens
Collard greens are delicious cooked in coconut milk with garlic and spices such as lemongrass and turmeric. (For some spice, add a tablespoon or two of sambal oelek chili paste.) Like kale, collard greens can be bitter and serving them as part of a curry helps to temper the harsh notes!
Carbs
Whether it's white rice, brown rice, or cheesy cauliflower rice, they all go really well with fish!
Turmeric Roast Potatoes
Cheese Bread
Instead of the usual Hush Puppies, why not try these chewy glutinous rice bread balls instead?
Turmeric One Pot Rice
Pandan Rice
Thai Fried Rice
If you're looking for a main dish, serve your fried fish filets with this tasty fried rice recipe!
Spicy Thai Spaghetti
Cheese Kimchi Fried Rice
Gochujang Pasta
Pasta dishes are another great option for fried fish. Make sure to choose something with more sauce, like this spicy Korean spaghetti!
Fried Vermicelli
Dips & Sauces
Calamansi Soy Sauce
Calamansi Soy Sauce, also known as Toyomansi, is a classic Filipino dipping sauce for fried fish. It works like lemon juice, adding a burst of acidity
Gochujang Aioli
Sambal Mayo
Garlic Cheese Dip
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