FRIED WHOLE FISH WITH TOMATILLO SAUCE
Steps:
- Trim cilantro at the point where it becomes more stem-y than leafy; set leaves with tender stems aside for serving. Coarsely chop about 1/2 cup worth of stems and place in a blender along with tomatillos, pickled jalapeños, and pickling liquid. Purée until smooth; taste and season sauce with salt and more pickling liquid if desired.
- Heat oil in a large cast-iron skillet over high. Transfer fish to a cutting board and pat dry thoroughly with paper towels. With a sharp knife, make slashes crosswise on a diagonal along the body of the fish every 2" on both sides, cutting all the way down to the bone. Season fish generously inside and out with salt.
- When the oil is hot-it should be shimmering, and when you drop a small piece of tortilla into the oil it should begin sizzling immediately-grip the fish firmly by the tail and carefully lower, head first, into skillet, making sure to lay it down away from you. (If the tail sticks out of the pan a bit, it's not a huge deal.) Fry until flesh on bottom side is cooked through and skin is deeply browned and crisp, about 4 minutes. While the fish is frying, use a metal spoon to baste the inside of the fish's head with a bit of hot oil periodically. Use tongs and a fish spatula to carefully turn fish over. Fry until flesh on second side is cooked through and skin is deeply browned and crisp, about 4 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack and season both sides with more salt.
- Pour tomatillo sauce onto a rimmed platter and gently place fish on top. Tuck reserved cilantro into the cavity between the fish's head and body and around the fish. Serve with tortillas.
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Isaac William
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of fish, but I loved this recipe! The fish was crispy and flaky, and the sauce was tangy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a delicious and easy-to-make fish dish.
Selena nuncio
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover fish. I made it with some tilapia that I had leftover from dinner the night before. The fish was delicious and the sauce was tangy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Shahbaz Mustafa
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The fish is always cooked perfectly and the sauce is delicious. I love serving it with rice and beans. It's a great meal for a weeknight or a special occasion.
Liziwe Lizie
[email protected]This is one of my favorite fish recipes. The fish is always crispy and flaky, and the sauce is tangy and flavorful. I love serving it with rice and beans. It's a great meal for a weeknight or a special occasion.
FABRICE
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of fish, but I loved this recipe! The fish was crispy and flaky, and the sauce was tangy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a delicious and easy-to-make fish dish.
ItX NaEeM YT
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover fish. I made it with some salmon that I had leftover from dinner the night before. The fish was delicious and the sauce was tangy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
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[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The fish is always cooked perfectly and the sauce is delicious. I love serving it with rice and beans. It's a great meal for a weeknight or a special occasion.
Chrissy Perez
[email protected]This is one of my favorite fish recipes. The fish is always crispy and flaky, and the sauce is tangy and flavorful. I love serving it with rice and beans. It's a great meal for a weeknight or a special occasion.
Sola Ajigboye
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of fish, but I loved this recipe! The fish was crispy and flaky, and the sauce was tangy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a delicious and easy-to-make fish dish.
prodip sarkar
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover fish. I made it with some tilapia that I had leftover from dinner the night before. The fish was delicious and the sauce was tangy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Nenad Vranic
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a winner. The fish is always crispy and flaky, and the sauce is tangy and flavorful. I love serving it with rice and beans.
Araballa Palmer
[email protected]I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! The fish was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a flavorful and easy-to-make fish dish.
Merapelo Lesole
[email protected]The fish was crispy and flaky, and the tomatillo sauce was tangy and flavorful. I loved the combination of flavors and textures. This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal.
Romario Campbell
[email protected]This was my first time frying a whole fish and it turned out great! The tomatillo sauce was the perfect complement to the crispy fish. I will definitely be making this again.
Bad Mr. Abu
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses simple, everyday ingredients. The fish was cooked perfectly and the sauce was tangy and flavorful. I served it with rice and beans and it was a hit with my family.
Vutlharhi Cosper
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the fish came out crispy and delicious. The tomatillo sauce was also very tasty. I will definitely be making this again!