Jalea Mixta Recipe
Crispy calamari, shrimp, Wahoo & plantain chips with basil lime aioli, yellow pepper mayo & gulf sauce
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Ingredients
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Seafood
Plantain Chips
Basil Lime Aioli
Yellow Pepper Mayo
Gulf Sauce
Breading and Seasoning
Method
Prepare Seafood
- 1
Prepare the Breading
In a bowl, mix the flour, cornmeal, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Set aside.
- 2
Bread the Seafood
Dip the calamari, shrimp, and Wahoo pieces in the beaten egg, then dredge them in the flour mixture until well coated.
Fry Seafood
- 3
Heat Oil
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat the oil to 350°F (175°C).
- 4
Fry the Seafood
Carefully add the breaded seafood to the hot oil in batches. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Prepare Plantain Chips
- 5
Fry Plantains
In the same or a separate pot, fry the sliced green plantains until golden and crispy, about 4-5 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Make Sauces
- 6
Prepare Basil Lime Aioli
In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, chopped basil, and lime juice. Mix well and set aside.
- 7
Prepare Yellow Pepper Mayo
In a separate bowl, mix mayonnaise and roasted yellow bell pepper puree.
- 8
Prepare Gulf Sauce
In another bowl, mix ketchup, horseradish, and lemon juice until well combined.
Serve
- 9
Plate the Dish
Arrange the crispy seafood and plantain chips on a serving platter. Serve with basil lime aioli, yellow pepper mayo, and gulf sauce on the side.
