Peruvian Crispy Fish Fry
A Peruvian-inspired dish featuring crispy fried fish, served with a crunchy side.
Ingredients
- ●4 fillets Fish (Cod or Tilapia)Fresh and sustainable
- ●1 cup Stir-Fry SauceHomemade or store-bought
- ●1 cup Crunchy ColeslawShredded cabbage and carrots
- ●1 cup Crispy CornmealPanko breadcrumbs or cornflake crumbs
- ●1/2 cup Olive OilFor frying
- ●2 tablespoons Lime JuiceFreshly squeezed
- ●to taste Salt and PepperSeasoning
- ●chopped CilantroFresh herbs
Instructions
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1. Prepare the stir-fry sauce according to the package instructions or recipe.
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2. Cut the fish fillets into bite-sized pieces.
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3. Season the fish with salt and pepper.
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4. Dredge the fish pieces in the crispy cornmeal, shaking off excess.
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5. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
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6. Fry the fish pieces until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.
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7. Transfer the fried fish to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
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8. In a separate pan, heat the stir-fry sauce over medium heat.
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9. Add the chopped cilantro to the stir-fry sauce and stir to combine.
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10. Serve the crispy fried fish with the crunchy coleslaw and stir-fry sauce on the side.
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11. Garnish with additional cilantro and lime wedges, if desired.