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Mixed Fried Seafood and Vegetables

A crispy, golden fritto misto with tender fish, squid rings, and zucchini sticks, served with lemon wedges for a bright, fresh finish. Perfect for a fun weeknight dinner.

Total time
35 min
Servings
4
Calories
420
Protein
25g
Mixed Fried Seafood and Vegetables
comfortingindulgentItalianpescatarianfishseafoodcrispytender

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Cut the 0.5 lb fish into 2-inch chunks and the 0.5 lb squid into rings; slice the 1 zucchini into 3-inch sticks. Pat everything dry with paper towels.

  2. Step 2

    In a bowl, whisk 1 cup flour, 1 cup cold water, and 1 tsp salt until smooth (batter should be lumpy, not overmixed).

  3. Step 3

    Heat 2 cups vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium-high until a drop of batter sizzles immediately, about 5 minutes.

  4. Step 4

    Dip fish, squid, and zucchini into the batter, letting excess drip off, then carefully place in hot oil in batches—do not crowd the pan.

  5. Step 5

    Fry until golden brown and crisp, about 3-4 minutes per batch, turning once. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

  6. Step 6

    Serve hot with lemon wedges for squeezing over the top.

Tools you’ll need

  • deep skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • slotted spoon
  • paper towels

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