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Deep-Fried Flounder

another fresh seafood idea

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When frying we generally use canola oil because it has the lowest level of saturated fat of any vegetable oil. It also contains a relatively high level of monounsaturated fatty acids. Safflower oil ranks second to canola in low levels of saturated fat.

  • 1 pound flounder fillets, cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 cup cornmeal
  • oil for frying

In small bowl, combine egg, milk, salt and pepper. Place cornmeal in shallow dish. Dip fish in egg mixture, then roll in cornmeal. Fry in deep fat at 375 F until golden brown, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Serves 3 to 4. (Smaller, thinner pieces near the tail will require about 2 minutes less cooking time.)

From: Mariner’s Menu: 30 Years of Fresh Seafood Ideas

Contributed by Joyce Taylor

Beer Batter Fried Oysters

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The keys to good frying are proper temperature and fast cooking. The ideal temperature for frying fish is 375 F. With cooler oil, the food absorbs too much fat and the fish becomes soggy.

  • 1 pint oysters
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 6 tablespoons beer, room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
  • 3 egg whites, stiffly beaten
  • oil for frying

In small bowl, combine flour, beer, oil, salt and pepper. Fold in egg whites. Roll oysters in batter. Fry in deep fat at 375 F until golden brown, about 10 minutes. Serves 3 to 4.

From: Mariner’s Menu: 30 Years of Fresh Seafood Ideas

Contributed by Joyce Taylor