Fried red mullet
Description
The recipe won't take much time. In my opinion, home-fried red mullet is an incredibly underrated dish. In fact, this fish is delicious and can easily compete with larger varieties. If you've managed to get this fish, I highly recommend trying my recipe. Serve hot.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. The preparation process is quite straightforward: wash the fish, clean out the insides, and pat it dry slightly. Season with salt to taste. You can also add spices, but home-fried red mullet is delicious even without them.
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Step 2
2. Pour vegetable oil into a frying pan and place over heat. You can use a deep sauté pan, for example, to fry the fish in hot oil. Put flour into a small bowl and coat the fish in it on all sides.
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Step 3
3. Place in hot oil and fry over medium heat.
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Step 4
4. When the fish is sufficiently browned on one side, carefully flip it and fry on the second side.
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Step 5
5. That's the secret of how to quickly and deliciously prepare fried red mullet. After cooking, place it on a paper towel to remove excess oil before serving. Serve the fish with a side dish, vegetables, or as a snack with beer.