Making Seasoning and Frying Flying Fish

flying fish

🥗Healthier: tilapia

💰Cheaper: catfish

Tilapia and catfish are more widely available and less expensive.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier while margarine is a cost-effective alternative.

Clean the flying fish, removing scales and innards.

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

Marinate the fish with lime juice, garlic, thyme, black pepper, and salt for at least 30 minutes.

Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Fry the fish for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.

Alternatively, preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

Grill the marinated fish for 4-5 minutes per side until cooked and slightly charred.

Remove the fish from the heat and let rest for a few minutes.

Sauté onions, bell peppers, and tomatoes in the same skillet until softened, about 5 minutes.

Serve the fish topped with the sautéed vegetables and garnish with parsley.

Cooking Techniques

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