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    Pescado Frito (Fried Fish a la Dominicana)

    Fried fish (pescado frito) on leaves with fried plantains

    En Español Recipe ↆ

    Some foods are synonymous with fun, lazy days. Pescado frito (fried fish a la Dominicana), is one of them, an uncomplicated fried whole snapper that is crispy and flavorful.

    Fried Fish Recipe

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    1. Why we ❤️ it
    2. Boca Chica and fried fish
    3. About this recipe
    4. Recipe

    Why we ❤️ it

    Fried fish is the kind of dish that you can order almost anywhere in the Dominican Republic (best done in coastal towns). It is an essential component of a beach day and a very popular street food.

    This only requires that you find some very fresh fish, and which is sure to bring some sun and fun into your own home, even if you are far from our wonderful beaches.

    Am I the only one for whom Pescado Frito (Fried Fish a la Dominicana) is synonymous with Boca Chica?

    Boca Chica and fried fish

    If you don't know, Boca Chica is one of the closest beaches to Santo Domingo, the Dominican capital. With white sand and shallow turquoise waters, Boca Chica is the kind of beach we see in Caribbean postcards; but instead of the romanticized version, Boca Chica is full of hustle and bustle, and Dominicans at their most colorful.

    • Two fish on plate
    • Pescado frito (fried fish) on plate held by hand

    It is quite crowded, full of noise and activity, and unprepared sunbathers who didn't bring their stereotypical pot of spaghetti and a bag of bread, will find a plethora of fried fish vendors and the coldest Dominican beer.

    Yaniqueques, tostones, and pescado frito everywhere washed down with frosty-cold Dominican beers and accompanied by a cacophony of competing music coming from all sides.

    Can't make it to Boca Chica beach this weekend? Well, make your own Pescado Frito with a cold one, and pretend you're there. Tire tube and all.

    Of course, Boca Chica is not the only beach in the country where you can enjoy tasty fried fish. Any Dominican cook knows how to make fried fish, so you'll find it from the mountains of Jarabacoa to the Buen Hombre coast. You tell me where you like it best.

    About this recipe

    Pescado frito is a simple dish, but nearly every cook has a special touch they swear by, so if you have a tip to share, let us know in the comments.

    Buen provecho!

    Tia Clara

    Recipe

    Fried fish (pescado frito) on leaves with fried plantains
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    [Recipe + Video] Pescado Frito (Fried Fish a la Dominicana)

    By: Clara Gonzalez
    Pescado Frito (Fried Fish a la Dominicana) is the kind of dish that you can order almost anywhere in the Dominican Republic (best done in coastal towns).
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 20 mins
    Total Time 30 mins
    Course Dinner, Main Course
    Cuisine Dominican, Latino
    Servings 6
    Calories 572 kcal

    Ingredients

    • 6 small seabass, snapper, or grouper, (½ lb [0.23 kg] each) scaled, gilled, and gutted
    • ½ teaspoon oregano (dry leaves), powdered
    • 3 crushed garlic cloves
    • ½ teaspoon pepper (freshly-cracked, or ground)
    • 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt, plus more for serving
    • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
    • 4 cup oil for frying
    • 2 limes cut into wedges

    Instructions
     

    • Making diagonal cuts into the fish
      Cut: Score fish 3 or 4 times diagonally on both sides. 
    • Seasoning fish
      Season: Sprinkle each fish with a pinch of oregano, garlic, pepper, and salt. 
      Rub each fish with the cornstarch, making sure it gets into the cuts.
    • Fish frying
      Fry: In a frying pot heat the oil over medium-high heat (350 ºF [176 ºC]). Deep-fry one by one until golden brown on both sides. 
      Place on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
    • Serve: Garnish with lime wedges, and serve with tostones and salt on the side.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 572kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 40gFat: 43gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 181mgSodium: 545mgPotassium: 606mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 216IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 42mgIron: 2mg

    Nutritional information is calculated automatically based on ingredients listed. Please consult your doctor if you need precise nutritional information.

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    Edited: Nov 16, 2021 | Publish: Dec 28, 2003

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    Abby
    May 31, 2011 1:25 PM

    Diablo pero ese pescado sii ta buenisimo!!:) 5 stars

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    Martina
    December 22, 2020 4:45 PM

    I loved this dish when I was visiting my family in Nagua. Que bueno.

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    Jazmin
    July 20, 2015 4:45 AM

    My family is from Boca Chica!!! My family's land is directly across the street from the beach and I must say that you are absolutely correct. Our fried fish is BOMB!!!! Best in all of Domincan Republic!!!! Go Boca Chica!!!!!!!5 stars

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