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Colombian Fried Fish
A classic of Colombian cuisine, pescado frito is crispy and delicious, served with a golden crust.
⏱️ 20 min prep + 15 min cottura · 4 porzioni · facile
Ingredients
- 4 fish fillets (e.g., cod or salmon)
- 2 eggs
- 200 grams of breadcrumbs
- 100 grams of flour
- 4 tablespoons of palm oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- White wine vinegar
- Chopped parsley
- Fried potatoes
- Salad
Method
- Take the fish fillets and dry them well.
- In a separate bowl, mix the eggs with salt and pepper.
- In another bowl, put the flour.
- In the third bowl, put the breadcrumbs.
- Dip the fish fillets in the egg mixture, then in the flour and finally in the breadcrumbs.
- Heat the oil in a pan and fry the fish fillets until they are golden.
- Serve the pescado frito with fried onions and a bit of white wine vinegar and parsley.
- Accompany it with fried potatoes and salad.
The story
Pescado frito is a traditional specialty from the Colombian coast, where fish is abundant and prepared in various ways. This dish has become particularly popular during San Pedro celebrations, when the presence of the sea and fish is celebrated.
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