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MULLET - CRISPY FISH SALAD

Yield: 6 servings
 

INGREDIENTS

• 2 pounds Florida mullet fillets
• 1/2 cup white vinegar
• 1 teaspoon tarragon leaves
• 1/4 cup Florida lime juice
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
• 2 teaspoons paprika
• oil for frying salad vegetables
 

DIRECTIONS

Cut fish into 4- to 5-inch strips; set aside.

Combine vinegar, tarragon and lime juice in a flat-bottom container with a lid.

Place fish strips in vinegar marinade. Close lid tightly and chill for 30 minutes.

Combine salt, pepper, flour, cornmeal and paprika; mix well.

Remove fish from marinade and dredge in flour mixture

Deep fry fish in hot oil at 375 degrees F for approximately 4-5 minutes or until fish is golden brown. Drain on paper towel.

Place salad vegetables on plate and arrange fish on top.

Serve with favorite dressing.
 

NUTRITION
Per serving: calories 312, calories from fat 153, total fat 17g, saturated fat 4g, cholesterol 75mg, total carbohydrate 17g, protein 25g.
 

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