Teresa's Recipes
Pargo Frito (Crispy Fried Red Snapper)
Savor the flavors of the ocean with Pargo Frito, a culinary treasure from Latin American cuisine. This dish features a juicy Red Snapper, marinated in a tangy lime and garlic infusion, then lightly coated in flour and fried to perfection. The result is a beautifully golden, crisp exterior giving way to succulent, flaky fish inside. Served with tart lime wedges and a scattering of fresh cilantro, it's a feast for the senses that brings the vibrant spirit of Latin American beachfront cooking right to your table.
Ingredients
- 1 (about 2 pounds), cleaned and scaled Red snapper
- 3 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1/2 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 cup, for frying Vegetable oil
- A handful, chopped Cilantro
- For serving Lime wedges
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 2
- Dish Type: Main
- Prep Time: 40 minutes (including marination)
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Calories: 560
- Fat: 25g
- Carbs: 15g
- Protein: 60g
- Sodium: 1160mg
- Sugar: 1g
Instructions
- Rinse the red snapper under cold water and pat dry thoroughly with paper towels.
- In a shallow dish, combine the lime juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Rub this marinade all over the red snapper, making sure to coat the interior cavity as well.
- Allow the red snapper to marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, absorbing all the wonderful flavors.
- After marinating, heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Dredge the marinated red snapper in the all-purpose flour, shaking off any excess.
- Carefully slide the red snapper into the hot oil. Fry for about 5-7 minutes on each side, until it turns a beautiful golden brown and the skin becomes crispy.
- Use a large spatula to gently remove the fried red snapper from the skillet. Let it drain on paper towels to remove any excess oil.
- Serve your Pargo Frito hot, accompanied by fresh lime wedges. Squeeze a lime wedge over the fish just before eating and garnish with fresh cilantro for an extra burst of freshness.
- Enjoy your delicious culinary journey to Latin America!