Jul 14 2026

Pescado Frito Recipe

Time45m
Serves2

Deep-fried whole snapper complemented with the rich flavors of a roasted lemon

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Ingredients

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Fish

Roasted Lemon

Method

Preparation of Fish

  1. 1

    Clean and Prepare the Snapper

    Rinse the whole snapper under cold water and pat it dry with paper towels. Make three diagonal slashes on each side of the fish.

  2. 2

    Season the Fish

    In a small bowl, mix together salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and lemon juice. Rub this mixture all over the fish, including inside the slashes.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Coating

    Place the all-purpose flour in a shallow dish. Dredge the seasoned snapper in the flour, ensuring it is fully coated on all sides.

Roasting Lemon

  1. 4

    Prepare the Lemon

    Cut the lemon in half and drizzle with olive oil and a pinch of salt. Place the lemon halves cut side down on a hot skillet or grill.

  2. 5

    Roast the Lemon

    Allow the lemon to roast for about 5-7 minutes until it has nice grill marks and is slightly caramelized.

Frying the Fish

  1. 6

    Heat the Oil

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

  2. 7

    Fry the Snapper

    Carefully place the coated snapper in the hot oil. Fry for about 5-7 minutes on each side or until the fish is golden brown and cooked through.

  3. 8

    Drain the Fish

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

Serving

  1. 9

    Plate the Dish

    Serve the fried snapper on a platter with the roasted lemon halves on the side. Squeeze the roasted lemon over the fish before serving for extra flavor.

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