Mambo Fish Bites Recipe
Peruvian style fried white fish, and chimichurri served with tostones (serves two)
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Ingredients
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Fish Bites
Chimichurri Sauce
Tostones
Method
Fish Bites Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Fish
Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels and cut them into bite-sized pieces.
- 2
Prepare the Breading
In a bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Mix well.
- 3
- 4
Coat the Fish
Dip each piece of fish in the egg mixture first, then coat it in the flour mixture, ensuring that it is evenly covered.
- 5
Fry the Fish
In a deep frying pan, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully add the breaded fish pieces and fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Chimichurri Sauce Preparation
- 6
Combine Ingredients
In a bowl, mix together the chopped parsley, cilantro, minced garlic, red wine vinegar, olive oil, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well combined.
- 7
Let it Sit
Allow the chimichurri to sit for at least 15 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Tostones Preparation
- 8
Prepare the Plantains
Peel the green plantains and cut them into 1-inch thick slices.
- 9
Fry the Plantains
In a frying pan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Fry the plantain slices for about 3-4 minutes on each side until they are lightly golden. Remove them from the oil and drain on paper towels.
- 10
- 11
Fry Again
Return the smashed plantains to the hot oil and fry again for an additional 2-3 minutes until crispy. Remove from oil, sprinkle with salt, and drain on paper towels.