In the serving suggestion, the juicy, flavourful marinated dogfish is dressed with “Grandfather’s style” marinated olives, adding a touch of flavour and decoration that delights both the palate and the eye. This dish both satisfies the appetite and celebrates tradition.
“Pescaíto” (small fried fish) is a core element in the celebration of the April Fair in Seville, marking the beginning of the fair with a traditional dinner that brings together friends and family in the “casetas” of ‘El Real’. This culinary tradition involves fried fish, served on grease-proof paper, celebrating, as always, the union between gastronomy and the festive spirit of the city.
Ingredients (for 1 kg dogfish):
- 1 kg cleaned dogfish
- 4 garlic cloves
- 1 glass wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon oregano
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt to taste
- 200g wheat flour
- Olive oil
- Fragata Grandfather’s style marinated olives
Preparation:
- To prepare the marinated dogfish, a traditional Andalusian dish, the first step is to cut the dogfish into bite-sized pieces.
- Next, in a mortar, crush garlic, oregano, bay leaves, paprika, and salt. Add vinegar to the mortar and mix well.
- Coat the dogfish pieces with this mixture and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours.
- To fry the fish in Sevillian style, achieving a crispy exterior and juicy interior, attention to preparation and frying technique is crucial. Remove excessive moisture.
- For battering, you can use wheat or chickpea flour. Ensure the fish pieces are evenly coated with the flour before frying.
- Heat plenty of olive oil in a frying pan over high heat, but do not let it reach smoking point.
- Carefully place the fish into the hot oil, making sure not to overfill the pan; fry in batches if necessary to maintain the oil temperature. It’s important not to move the fish too much during cooking to prevent the coating from coming off.
- Once golden brown and crispy, remove the fish from the oil and let it drain on paper towels to remove excess grease.
- Serve immediately to enjoy its maximum texture and flavour, and of course, accompany it with a refreshing glass of chilled sherry.