Fried fish from the street market: step-by-step recipe
Fish is traditional during Lent, regardless of the preparation; it is one of the traditional foods at this time of year, both for religious reasons and because of its seasonality.
- 4 fish fillets cut into strips
- Salt and pepper
- Flour
- 160 grams of wheat flour
- 150 ml of beer
- 100 ml of water
- 2 egg whites
- 2 tablespoons of oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemons cut in half
- Hot sauce
- Habanero sauce
- 1. Sift the flour and set aside. Mix the beer with the water, oil, salt, and pepper.
- 2. Add the flour to this mixture and beat until there are no more lumps.
- 3. Beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form and gently fold them into the mixture.
- 4. Season the fish strips with salt and pepper and coat them in flour.
- 5. Dip the fish in the batter and fry until golden brown.
- 6. Drain and remove excess fat from the fried fish, serve hot accompanied by lemon juice, hot sauce or whatever you prefer.
Fish, a source of protein
According to the Mexican government, our country boasts access to over 200 different species of fish and seafood. We're constantly discovering new recipes and ways to prepare them, and their health benefits are endless! They contain high-quality protein and amino acids, and are also easy to digest.
Some of the fish that are easily accessible and contain abundant protein include tuna, salmon, sardines, and sea bass. Sea bass, being a white variety, is perfect for this recipe.
Who doesn't crave some fried fish like the ones at the market? Prepare them at home and you'll find they taste just as delicious as at any street stall.
- Sift the flour and set aside. Mix the beer with the water, oil, salt, and pepper.
- Add the flour to this mixture and beat until there are no more lumps.
- Beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form and gently fold them into the mixture.
- Season the fish strips with salt and pepper and coat them in flour.
- Dip the fish in the batter and fry until golden brown.
- Drain and remove excess fat from the fried fish, serve hot accompanied by lemon juice, hot sauce or whatever you prefer.
- Dip the little fish:
You can make your own dip for the fried fish; one we recommend is mixing mayonnaise, garlic powder, mustard, and chipotle chili.
These fried fish, just like the ones you find at the market, are delicious any time of year, but honestly, they're even more appealing on a hot day with a cold beer on the side, don't you think?
