Kızarmış İstavrit

Kızarmış İstavrit is a traditional Turkish dish featuring fried horse mackerel, known for its crispy skin and delectable flavor. Served with a side of fresh lemon and herbs, it's a popular choice in seaside towns.

Ingredients

• Horse mackerel - 2 whole fish (about 200g each)
• All-purpose flour - 100g
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1/2 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 200ml (for frying)
• Fresh lemon - 1 (cut into wedges)
• Parsley - a handful (for garnish)

Steps

1. Clean the horse mackerel by removing the insides and rinsing under cold water. Pat them dry with paper towels.
2. In a shallow dish, mix the all-purpose flour, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
3. Dredge each fish in the flour mixture, ensuring they are well coated on both sides.
4. Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat until hot.
5. Carefully place the coated fish in the pan and fry for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
6. Once cooked, remove the fish from the pan and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
7. Serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges and garnish with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 340
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 0 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which support heart health.
• High in protein, promoting muscle growth and repair.

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