Frittura di Pesce Fresco
Frittura di Pesce Fresco is a delightful Italian seafood dish featuring a crispy, golden-fried assortment of fresh fish and seafood. This Paleo-friendly recipe highlights the natural flavors of the ocean, making it a perfect dish for seafood lovers.

30 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Italian
480 kcal
Ingredients
- White fish fillets (e.g., cod or sole) - 200g
- Shrimp, peeled and deveined - 100g
- Squid, cleaned and cut into rings - 100g
- Almond flour - 100g
- Tapioca flour - 50g
- Sea salt - 1 teaspoon
- Black pepper - ½ teaspoon
- Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
- Garlic powder - ½ teaspoon
- Lemon, for serving - 1
- Olive oil, for frying - 500ml
Steps
- In a bowl, combine the almond flour, tapioca flour, sea salt, black pepper, dried oregano, and garlic powder to create the coating mixture.
- Cut the white fish fillets into bite-sized pieces and pat them dry with paper towels.
- Dredge the fish, shrimp, and squid in the flour mixture, ensuring each piece is well-coated.
- In a deep frying pan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 180°C (350°F).
- Carefully add the coated seafood pieces to the hot oil in batches, avoiding overcrowding the pan.
- Fry the seafood for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown, turning them occasionally for even cooking.
- Remove the fried seafood with a slotted spoon and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the seafood.
Nutrition
- Calories: 480
- Protein: 36 g
- Carbs: 30 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Cholesterol: 200 mg
- Total Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25 g
- Water: 0.5 L
Health Benefits
- Rich in omega-3 fatty acids from seafood, promoting heart health.
- High in protein, supporting muscle repair and growth.
Tags
ItalianPaleoSeafood Dish