When it comes to local fresh seafood, Wicked Inlet Seafood, is the real thing. I absolutely love working with their fish and knowing it is fresh off the boat. These Grouper Bite Street Tacos bring great flavor to a fish that has a mild, yet distinct flavor. Grouper is known to be a milder fish as far “fishy” flavor and carries a slight sweetness. The grouper is fried in a flour/buttermilk batter, giving it a delicious light crunchy coat and tang from the buttermilk. Pairing the grouper with a Cucumber Pico brings a cool crunch and acidic flavor, along with a Lemon Relish Aioli to add a creaminess that I love so much and need when I prepare tacos. Hit up your local fisherman or fish market for the freshest selection and don’t forget to support your local farmers and producers.
Yields 6 tacos
Cucumber Pico
Cucumber, seedless, chopped small, 1 cup
Red pepper, chopped small, 1/4 cup
Jalapenos, finely chopped, 1/2 -1 each
Red onion, 1/8 cup
Garlic salt, 1/4 teaspoon
Juice of a lemon, 1/2
Red vinegar, 1 tablespoon
Kosher salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
Fresh mint, chopped, 6-8 leaves (optional)
Mayo, Dukes, 1/2 cup
Red onion, finely chopped or grated 1/4 cup
Dill relish, 1/4 cup (or use finely chopped pickles)
Dried dill, 1/4 teaspoon
Juice of a lemon, 1/2
Kosher salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
Wicked Inlet Grouper, cubed, 1 inch square pieces, 12 oz
All-purpose flour, 2 cups
Corn starch, 1/2 cup
Dry dill, 2 teaspoons
Kosher salt, 1 1/4 teaspoon
Ground mustard, 1/2 teaspoon
Black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon
Buttermilk, 1 cup
Tortillas, flour or corn, 6 – 12 (depending on doubling up or not)
Oil, for frying, as needed
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