Moroccan Fried Whiting

Name: Moroccan Fried Whiting
Ingredients: fresh whiting fish fillets, cleaned; 2 teaspoons cumin; 1 1/2 teaspoons turmeric; 1 1/2 teaspoons hot paprika; 1 teaspoon sweet paprika; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; salt; pepper; 1/2 cup flour for coating the fish; vegetable oil (for frying); lemon wedge (optional)

11 ingredients

7 steps

Ingredients

fresh whiting fish fillets, cleaned
2 teaspoons cumin
1 1/2 teaspoons turmeric
1 1/2 teaspoons hot paprika
1 teaspoon sweet paprika
1/2 teaspoon pepper
salt
pepper
1/2 cup flour for coating the fish
vegetable oil (for frying)
lemon wedge (optional)

Directions

1

Combine the cumin, turmeric, paprikas, and 1/2 tsp pepper in a small bowl.
2

Sprinkle the fish with about 2 tsp of the spice mixture and a little salt if desired. The fish can be covered overnight or cooked immediately.
3

When ready to fry, lightly coat the fish in flour, shake off the excess, and lay in a single layer on a tray.
4

Pour enough oil in a frying pan to coat the bottom and heat over medium heat.
5

Cook the fish in batches, turning only once, until golden brown on both sides.
6

Transfer the fish to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
7

Serve warm or at room temperature with lemon wedges.