Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsLocal TacoFried Grouper Recipe

Fried Grouper Recipe

Inspired by Local Taco
Time30m
Serves4

hand battered grouper, shredded lettuce, pico, boom boom sauce, flour tortilla

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation of Grouper

  1. 1

    Prepare the Breading

    In a shallow bowl, mix the all-purpose flour and cornstarch together. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until well combined.

  2. 2

    Coat the Grouper

    Dip each grouper fillet first into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off, then dredge it in the flour-cornstarch mixture until evenly coated.

Frying the Grouper

  1. 3

    Heat the Oil

    In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

  2. 4

    Fry the Fillets

    Carefully place the breaded grouper fillets in the hot oil, cooking for about 3-4 minutes per side or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Assembling the Tacos

  1. 5

    Warm the Tortillas

    In a separate pan, warm the flour tortillas over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.

  2. 6

    Build the Tacos

    Place a fried grouper fillet on each tortilla, then top with shredded lettuce, pico de gallo, and a drizzle of Boom Boom Sauce.

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