Pescado Frito
Pescado Frito is a popular dish in many Latin American countries. It is a simple and delicious way to prepare fish, and it can be served with a variety of sides.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Vegetable oil - 1 cup
- Cornmeal - 1 cup
- All-purpose flour - 1 cup
- Salt and pepper - To taste
- Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
- Lime juice - 1/4 cup
- Fish fillets - 4 (6-ounce)
Let's Get Started
- Rinse the fish fillets and pat them dry with paper towels.
- In a small bowl, mix together the lime juice, garlic, salt, and pepper. Rub the mixture all over the fish fillets and let them marinate for 10 minutes.
- In a shallow dish, mix together the flour, cornmeal, salt, and pepper.
- Dredge the fish fillets in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
- In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the fish fillets to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the fish fillets from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
- Serve the Pescado Frito hot with your favorite sides.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Calories: 300
- Fat: 10g
- Carbs: 20g
- Protein: 30g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Sugar: Noneg