Battered Grouper Bites With Jalapeno Tartar Sauce

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 0
Battered Grouper Bites With Jalapeno Tartar Sauce
in Seafood

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons green onions , chopped
1 tablespoon jalapeno pepper , chopped
2 teaspoons hot sauce
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon red pepper
1 package biscuit mix ( hushpuppy mix )
3/4 cup milk
1 1/2 lbs grouper fillets , cut into 1-inch pieces
2 cups vegetable oil

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
496
Sugar
3g
Fat
43g
Battered Grouper Bites are a tasty and crispy seafood dish that can be served as an appetizer or a main course. The fillets of grouper are coated in a hushpuppy-style batter and fried until golden brown. The result is a succulent and flaky piece of fish that pairs well with the spicy and tangy jalapeno tartar sauce. This recipe is perfect for impressing guests at a dinner party or for whipping up a quick and easy dinner during the week. With just a few simple ingredients, you can enjoy the taste of the ocean in the comfort of your own home.

Instructions

1.In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, green onions, jalapeno pepper, hot sauce, lemon juice, salt, and red pepper to make tartar sauce.
2.In another mixing bowl, combine biscuit mix and milk to create batter.
3.Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
4.Dredge grouper fillet pieces in batter until fully coated.
5.Place battered fish in hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 3 minutes on each side.
6.Remove from the oil and drain on paper towels.
7.Serve with jalapeno tartar sauce on the side.
8.Enjoy!

PROS

Battered grouper bites are a great appetizer for any seafood lover.

The jalapeno tartar sauce adds a nice kick of heat to the dish.

This recipe is relatively quick and easy to make at home.

CONS

Deep-frying the fish can add unwanted calories and fat to the dish.

Grouper can be an expensive fish to purchase, making this a pricier recipe if using fresh grouper fillets.

This recipe requires a bit of preparation to make the batter and tartar sauce.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Grouper is a good source of protein and healthy nutrients such as omega-3 fatty acids and vitamins B12 and D.
However, consuming fried foods regularly can increase the risk of heart disease and other health issues.
To make this dish healthier, try baking the grouper fillets in the oven instead of frying them.

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