Mackerel in batter
Description
The recipe won't take much time. Fish is very nutritious and easily digestible, so it should definitely be included in everyone's diet. When properly cooked, it retains all its juices and is absolutely figure-friendly. There are many ways to prepare it: boiling, baking, drying, frying, marinating... and this is far from a complete list. In this recipe, we suggest the most common method—frying in batter. Serve hot.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Take the fish out of the freezer (you can also use fresh fish) and let it thaw completely (this will take about 2–3 hours).
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Step 2
2. Clean the defrosted fish: cut off the head, tail, and fins. Slice open the belly, remove all internal organs, and thoroughly rinse under cold running water. Be sure to remove the backbone and bones. Divide the fish into 2 parts.
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Step 3
3. For easier serving, we cut the filleted parts of the fish in half again, resulting in 4 pieces of fish. If the fish is small, it does not need to be cut.
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Step 4
4. In a bowl, mix sour cream and baking soda, and finally add flour. Mix thoroughly with a fork or whisk until no lumps remain.
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Step 5
5. Dip all 4 pieces one by one into the prepared liquid batter, coating both sides.
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Step 6
6. Place a frying pan on the stove, add a few drops of sunflower oil, and heat until hot. Add the fish only to the heated oil. Fry until a golden crust forms on both sides.
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Step 7
7. Place the cooked pieces on a paper towel to remove excess fat, then transfer them to a serving plate.
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Step 8
8. Serve the fish in portions, 2 pieces per person, garnished with a sprig of fresh herbs. You can serve the fish either cold or warm, whichever you prefer.