| 1 |
Slice the garlic and scallion paper thin; combine and
set aside. Cut the tomato into small dice and set aside. |
| 2 |
In a small frying pan, just large enough to
accommodate the fish slice, heat the oil over a high flame and add
the fish. Turn the heat down to medium and fry the fish on either
side until well browned. Remove to a warm platter. |
| 3 |
Remove all the oil from the pan except for 2
teaspoons. Add the garlic and scallion and stir until brown. Add the
diced tomato and stir; then add the fish sauce, sugar, and black
pepper. Boil for 1 minute, stirring constantly, then pour over the
fish and serve with rice. |