Fried Fish with Rice and Criolla Sauce is a traditional coastal dish, made with fresh fried fish served with white rice and criolla sauce of onion, tomato, and chili. It is considered a festive lunch, very popular in Peru and Colombia. At our catering service, fried fish with rice and criolla sauce becomes an authentic experience that connects you with tradition. If you’re searching for food near me or exploring restaurants near me, you’ll find the best of a colombian restaurant near me along with the richness of a peruvian restaurant near me, all in one place.
Ingredients
- 2 white fish fillets (sea bass, tilapia, or mojarra)
- 1 cup wheat flour (for coating)
- 1 lemon (juice)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
- 2 cups cooked white rice
For the criolla sauce:
- 1 large red onion (sliced)
- 1 ripe tomato (sliced)
- 1 yellow chili (thinly sliced)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and fresh cilantro, chopped
Step-by-step preparation
- Prepare the fish
- Wash and dry fish fillets.
- Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
- Coat with wheat flour.
- Fry the fish
- Heat plenty of oil in a skillet.
- Fry fillets for 5 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
- Drain on paper towels.
- Make the criolla sauce
- Mix onion, tomato, and chili in a bowl.
- Add lemon juice, salt, and fresh cilantro.
- Let rest for 10 minutes to blend flavors.
- Serve
- Place white rice on the plate.
- Add fried fish and top or serve alongside with criolla sauce.
Fried Fish with Rice and Criolla Sauce is more than just food—it’s tradition, freshness, and flavor in every bite. At our catering service, we prepare it with dedication so you can enjoy an authentic experience. So next time you’re searching for food near me or exploring different restaurants near me, remember that here you’ll find the best of a colombian restaurant near me and the diversity of a peruvian restaurant near me. Let fried fish with criolla sauce win you over and taste the true flavor of coastal cuisine.
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