GROUPER CHEEKS - FISH DELICACY! Catch Clean Cook Grouper Cheeks | Gale Force Twins

buttermilk

🥗Healthier: plain yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + vinegar

Plain yogurt provides creaminess with fewer calories.

cornmeal

🥗Healthier: oat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Oat flour is gluten-free and adds a nutty flavor.

grouper cheeks

🥗Healthier: tilapia cheeks

💰Cheaper: cod cheeks

Tilapia and cod are more affordable alternatives.

paprika

🥗Healthier: smoked paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Cayenne adds heat and is often less expensive.

Rinse the grouper cheeks under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.

In a bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.

In another bowl, whisk together eggs and buttermilk until well combined.

Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Dip each grouper cheek into the egg mixture, then dredge in the cornmeal mixture until well coated.

Carefully place the coated grouper cheeks into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding.

Fry for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.

Remove the cheeks from the oil and drain on paper towels.

Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the fried cheeks before serving.

Garnish with chopped parsley for added flavor and presentation.

Cooking Techniques

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