Fried Flying Fish

Fried Flying Fish

Fried Fish (fride FLY-ing fish)

Crispy Fried Flying Fish

Prep Time 10 min
📈 Difficulty Easy
👥 Servings
4
🔥 Calories 234 kcal

Small flying fish dusted with flour and fried whole until golden and crispy.

Nutrition & Info

230 kcal per serving
Protein 24.0g
Carbs 12.0g
Fat 10.0g
Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

dairy-free nut-free

Allergen Warnings

⚠ fish ⚠ gluten ⚠ soy

Equipment Needed

deep pot tongs

Presentation Guide

Vessel: plate

Garnishes: lime, chili

Accompaniments: soy sauce

Instructions

  1. 1

    Clean fish and pat dry.

  2. 2

    Mix flour, salt, pepper.

  3. 3

    Dust fish in flour.

  4. 4

    Heat oil to 180C.

  5. 5

    Fry 3 minutes until crispy.

  6. 6

    Serve with lime and soy sauce.

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Did You Know?

Flying fish are caught using traditional nets and attract larger fish, making them important to the food chain.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

  • deep pot
  • tongs

Garnishing

lime, chili

Accompaniments

soy sauce

The Story Behind Fried Flying Fish

Flying fish are abundant in Solomon Islands waters and have been caught using traditional methods for centuries.

Frying them whole produces crispy, crunchy fish eaten entirely including the delicate wing-like fins.

This simple preparation showcases the incredible marine biodiversity of the Solomons.

🕐 Traditionally enjoyed appetizer, snack 📜 Origins: Traditional

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