This makes an exciting cold first course or buffet dish. The fish is fried, then marinated in a beautifully flavored dressing. Make it at least an hour before you are ready to serve. You can use Mediterranean fish, such as bream, or any firm-fleshed fish, such as cod or haddock.
Recipe information
Yield
serves 8
Ingredients
2 pounds fish fillets, skinned and cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
Flour
Olive oil for frying
For the Marinade
3/4 cup chopped cilantro
1 onion, finely chopped
1 chili pepper, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, crushed
6–8 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Juice of 1/2–1 lemon
Salt
Preparation
Step 1
Roll the fish fillets in flour, turning to cover them lightly all over. Then deep-fry briefly in hot oil till golden, turning them over once. Drain on paper towels.
Step 2
Mix the marinade ingredients and turn the fish in this mixture. Leave for at least an hour before serving cold.
