Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsLos PortalesPescado Frito Recipe

Pescado Frito Recipe

Inspired by Los Portales
Time1h
Serves4

Fried fish served with rice.

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Ingredients

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Fish and Marinade

Breading and Frying

Rice

Method

Fish and Marinade Preparation

  1. 1

    Clean the Fish

    Rinse the whole fish under cold running water. Pat dry with paper towels.

  2. 2

    Marinate the Fish

    In a bowl, mix lime juice, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and cumin. Rub this marinade all over the fish, ensuring to coat the inside as well. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.

Breading and Frying the Fish

  1. 3

    Prepare the Breading

    Place the all-purpose flour in a shallow dish. Lightly season with salt and pepper.

  2. 4

    Heat the Oil

    In a large frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.

  3. 5

    Bread the Fish

    Coat each marinated fish in the flour, shaking off excess flour.

  4. 6

    Fry the Fish

    Carefully place the coated fish in the hot oil. Fry for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through.

  5. 7

    Drain the Fish

    Once cooked, remove the fish from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Cooking the Rice

  1. 8

    Rinse the Rice

    Rinse the white rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.

  2. 9

    Cook the Rice

    In a pot, combine the rinsed rice, water, and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 18-20 minutes or until rice is tender and water is absorbed.

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