Peixe Frito com Farinha

Peixe Frito com Farinha is a delightful Brazilian dish featuring crispy fried fish coated in a low-carb flour, making it both flavorful and satisfying. Perfectly seasoned and served with a citrusy sauce, this dish is a fantastic way to enjoy seafood in a healthy manner.

Ingredients

• White fish fillets (e.g., tilapia or cod) - 250 grams
• Almond flour - 50 grams
• Parmesan cheese (grated) - 30 grams
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Egg - 1 large
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon (for juice and garnish) - 1

Steps

1. Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
2. In a shallow bowl, beat the egg until well combined.
3. In another shallow bowl, mix the almond flour and grated Parmesan cheese together.
4. Dip each seasoned fish fillet into the beaten egg, allowing any excess to drip off, then coat it with the almond flour and Parmesan mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
5. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
6. Carefully place the coated fish fillets in the hot skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
7. Once cooked, remove the fish from the skillet and place on paper towels to absorb excess oil.
8. Serve hot with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and garnish with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 100 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, promoting muscle health and satiety.
• Rich in healthy fats from olive oil and fish, beneficial for heart health.

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