CRISPY FRIED RED FISH AND SPICY REMOULADE

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Warmer weather is the cue for al fresco dining, but no patio brunch or park-side picnic compares with the highly anticipated, delicious and spirited barbeques amongst the Black community. Juneteenth, or Freedom Day, marks the emancipation of slaves in the United States in 1865, and today it is a time of celebration by families and communities often in the form of a fish fry or barbeque. The color red is significant in the celebration of Juneteenth as it symbolizes the suffering, perseverance and resilience of generations of African Americans. This recipe honors this tradition and history by utilizing a meaty and flakey red fish that pairs beautifully with a spicy remoulade.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 26

1 1/2 cups mayonnaise
2 tablespoons Creole mustard
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon sliced chives
3 cloves garlic, grated
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons prepared horseradish
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons sweet pickle juice
1 1/2 teaspoons hot sauce
Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
2 teaspoons fine sea salt, plus more for serving
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 large egg
1/4 cup whole milk
4 fillets of red drum, snapper or grouper (6 to 8 ounces each)
3/4 cup canola oil

Steps:

  • For the spicy remoulade: Add the mayonnaise, mustard, paprika, parsley, chives, garlic, cayenne, horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, sweet pickle juice, hot sauce and black pepper to taste to a medium mixing bowl. Whisk gently until the ingredients are evenly combined. Put the sauce into an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
  • For the crispy red fish: Add the salt, paprika, cayenne, white pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, thyme, oregano and flour to a medium mixing bowl and mix together. Add the egg and milk to a separate medium mixing bowl and whisk together.
  • Dredge the fish in the seasoned flour, then the egg mixture, then again in the flour, shaking off any excess. Let the floured fish rest for 10 minutes.
  • Heat the oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium heat until the oil reaches 350 degrees F.
  • Pan-fry the fish in the skillet for 4 to 5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from the oil and season with salt. Drain excess oil from the fillets over a lined roasting rack or paper towels. Serve immediately.

Tufail Jan
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The fish is always crispy and the remoulade is so flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe!


usman zaid
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This recipe is amazing! The fish was crispy and flaky, and the remoulade was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Arzina Khatun
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The fish was a bit overcooked, but the remoulade was delicious. I will try this recipe again, but I will cook the fish for a shorter amount of time.


Lauren Kenney
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This recipe was a bit too time-consuming for me. I had to make several substitutions and the fish didn't turn out as crispy as I would have liked.


Fake Fake
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The fish was a bit bland, but the remoulade was delicious. I will try this recipe again, but I will add more seasoning to the fish.


Shem Arita
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This recipe was easy to follow and the fish turned out great! I will definitely be making this again.


Satish Raw
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The fish is always crispy and the remoulade is so flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe!


Jakayla Clase
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This recipe is amazing! The fish was crispy and flaky, and the remoulade was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Ahtisham Shah
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The fish was a bit overcooked, but the remoulade was delicious. I will try this recipe again, but I will cook the fish for a shorter amount of time.


Moses Eze
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This recipe was a bit too complicated for me. I had to make several substitutions and the fish didn't turn out as crispy as I would have liked.


Issahaku Tijani
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The crispy fried red fish was delicious, but the spicy remoulade was a bit too spicy for my taste. Next time I will make a milder version of the remoulade.


Jose angel Rodriguez
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This was my first time making fried fish and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the fish was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Md Ujjul
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I love this recipe! The fish is always crispy and the remoulade is so flavorful. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


mashal waris
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This recipe is a keeper! The fish was crispy and flavorful, and the remoulade was the perfect accompaniment. I will definitely be making this dish again.


aubrey monkey
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I made this dish for my family last night and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the crispy fish and the spicy remoulade. I will definitely be making this dish again soon.


Gaaddisaa Shamsaddiin
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This crispy fried red fish with spicy remoulade was an absolute delight! The fish was cooked to perfection, with a crispy outer layer and a tender, flaky interior. The spicy remoulade added a delicious kick that complemented the fish perfectly. I wil