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Name: Authentic Peixe Frito Recipe (Angolan Deep-Fried Fish)
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 20 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Angola
Ingredients: 2 whole tilapia or mackerel (about 1 lb / 450g each), cleaned and scaled; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 large lime, juiced; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat); 1 cup all-purpose flour (for dredging); 1/2 cup cornstarch (for extra crispiness, optional); 2 quarts vegetable or peanut oil (for deep frying); Lemon wedges (for serving); Fresh cilantro or parsley (for garnish)

Peixe Frito

🇦🇴 Angola

Coastal areas

Deep-fried fish, often served with lemon and a side of cassava or rice.

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