Fish Fried on a Disc (Outdoor Griddle)

Fish Fried on a Disc (Outdoor Griddle)

45min
4 servings
Easy

Traditional recipe for fish fried on a large flat griddle (disco), seasoned with salt, paprika, lime, and stuffed with onion and herbs, finished with a dusting of cornmeal.

Recipe Video

Ingredients

  • 2whole fish de Fish (Dourado/Mahi-Mahi or suitable firm white fish)
Tempero
  • Salt
  • Paprika
  • Lime
Recheio
  • slices de Onion
  • 1sprig de Thyme
  • 1sprig de Cilantro
Empanamento
  • Cornmeal (fine grind/Polenta)

Instructions

1
cortar

Make shallow slits across the surface of both sides of the cleaned fish.

1min 30s
2
temperar

Season the fish generously inside and out with salt.

1min
3
temperar

Rub paprika all over the fish, then drizzle with lime juice, ensuring the seasoning penetrates well on both sides.

2min
4
rechear

Open the fish and place onion slices, a sprig of thyme, and a sprig of cilantro inside its cavity.

1min
5
marinar

Close the fish and let it marinate for about 10 to 15 minutes so the flavors are absorbed.

15min

Dica: Let it rest for at least 10 to 15 minutes.

6
empanar

Lightly dust both sides of the fish with cornmeal, without pressing it on too firmly.

45s

Dica: The cornmeal is used only for a light dusting, not for a thick coating.

7
fritar

Fry the fish on a hot disc (griddle) until it is golden brown and fully cooked through.

30min

Dica: Check the doneness; the goal is for the fish to come out nicely 'roasted' or well-done.

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Dietary Info

Gluten Free

Nutrition Facts

TACO Table - per serving

Nutrient
Amt.%DV*
  • Energy
    11 kcal1%
  • Carbohydrates
    3 g1%
  • Protein
    0 g0%
  • Total Fat
    0 g0%
  • Dietary Fiber
    0 g1%

*Daily reference values based on a 2,000 kcal diet (ANVISA). Data calculated from the TACO Table (UNICAMP).

Cuisine Type

brasileira

Required Equipment

disco de arado

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