Fried Small Fish (Pescadillas Fritas)
Origin: Madrid, Spain
Source: Anonymous, 1920
Ingredients
- 4 whole small fish (pescadillas)
- wheat flour
- salt
- parsley sprigs
Instructions
- Clean the small fish thoroughly, removing the entrails but leaving the liver intact.
- Make four or five light diagonal cuts across each side of the fish.
- Coat the fish evenly with flour.
- Fry over high heat until golden and crispy.
- Transfer to a folded napkin or cloth to drain.
- Arrange on a serving plate.
- Garnish with fresh parsley sprigs.
- Finish with a light dusting of salt.