This is a traditional Cayman Islands recipe for a delicious coconut fish fry. The fish is marinated in a mixture of lime juice and spices, then coated in a crunchy coconut batter and deep fried for a delicious and flavorful treat. Serve with a side of rice and steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Ingredients
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2 lbs Fish fillets
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1 cup All purpose flour
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1 cup Coconut flakes
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2 tbsp Cayenne pepper
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2 tbsp Garlic powder
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2 tbsp Lime juice
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2 tbsp Salt
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1 cup Vegetable oil
fish
coconut
Cayman Islands
Fry
Main Dish
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- short description
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Marinate the fish in the lime juice and spices for 30 minutes.
Mix the flour, coconut flakes, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and salt in a bowl.
Coat the fish in the flour mixture and deep fry in the oil for 5 minutes.
Serve with a side of rice and steamed vegetables.
- detailed description
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Cut the fish fillets into 2 inch pieces.
In a large bowl, mix together the lime juice, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and salt.
Add the fish and marinate for 30 minutes.
In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, coconut flakes, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and salt.
Remove the fish from the marinade and coat in the flour mixture.
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the fish and fry for 5 minutes, flipping once, until golden brown and cooked through.
Remove the fish from the oil and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
Serve with a side of rice and steamed vegetables.
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