Mojarras fritas

mojarra

🥗Healthier: tilapia

💰Cheaper: catfish

Tilapia and catfish are widely available and less expensive alternatives.

cornmeal

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber, while all-purpose flour is more economical.

Clean the mojarra, ensuring they are well washed and cut on top.

In a mixing bowl, combine 3 cups of all-purpose flour with black pepper and garlic powder to taste.

Mix the flour and spices until well integrated.

Add a little salt to the mojarra, being careful not to over-salt since the flour mixture already contains salt.

Coat the mojarra in the flour mixture, ensuring they are well covered for even browning.

Heat enough vegetable oil in a large skillet for frying until shimmering.

Carefully add the coated mojarra to the skillet and fry until golden brown, then flip to cook the other side.

Once both sides are golden brown, remove the mojarra from the skillet and drain on paper towels.

Prepare serrano peppers with lime and onion to serve alongside the fish.

Serve the fried mojarra with white rice, black beans, and slices of tomato, topped with the prepared serrano peppers.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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