Fried fish and Johnny cakes is a favorite dish among most Caribbean islands, especially at Carnival time. I tend to use grouper or Yellow tail as they are moister, and skin get crispier in the deep fryer.
Ingredients
4 pounds local fish such as yellow tail, alewife or snapper
Scallion
Fresh thyme
Ground black pepper
Salt
Flour or cornmeal
Method:
Grind scallion, thyme, black pepper and salt to taste. Season fish, then coat fish with flour or cornmeal. Deep fry at 370 for 5 to 8 minutes or until golden brown. Serve with local hot pepper sauce.
Nutrition: 154 calories, 6 grams fat, 31 milligrams cholesterol and 323 milligrams sodium per serving (approximate with 1-1/2 teaspoons salt used for recipe).
