Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh parsley leaves
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne, to taste
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus
  • additional oil, for frying the fish
  • 1 1 lb halibut or 1 lb grouper, cut into four equal pieces
  • all-purpose flour, seasoned with
  • salt and pepper, for dredging the fish

Method

  • In a food processor or blender puree the coriander, the parsley, the garlic, the lemon juice, the paprika, the cumin, the cayenne, 3 tablespoons of the oil, and salt and pepper to taste.
  • In a skillet heat 1 inch of the additional oil to 375°F on a deep-fat thermometer, dredge the fish in the flour, shaking off the excess, and in the oil fry it, turning it once, for 1-1/2 to 2 minutes on each side, or until it is cooked through.
  • Transfer the fish to paper towels to drain, divide it between 2 plates, and drizzle the sauce over it.