Jalea Mixta / Mixed Jalea recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Jul 30 2026
RestaurantsHispana Restaurant (paterson nj)Jalea Mixta / Mixed Jalea Recipe

Jalea Mixta / Mixed Jalea Recipe

Time40m
Serves4

Jalea Mixta, or Mixed Jalea, is a Peruvian dish featuring a variety of fried seafood, typically including shrimp, calamari, and white fish. This version emphasizes a light and crispy batter, elevating the texture of the fried seafood while being served with a fresh onion and lime marinade. Here's how to make it at home.

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Ingredients

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Fried Seafood and Fish

Method

Preparation and Cooking

  1. 1

    Prepare the Onion Salad

    In a bowl, combine thinly sliced red onions, lime juice, salt, and chopped cilantro. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Breading

    In a bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and paprika.

  3. 3

    Heat the Oil

    In a deep pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot.

  4. 4

    Coat the Seafood

    Dredge the shrimp, calamari, and fish chunks in the flour mixture until fully coated.

  5. 5

    Fry the Seafood

    Carefully add the coated seafood to the hot oil in batches. Fry for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Plate the fried seafood and fish chunks alongside the marinated onion salad. Enjoy!