Fried fish
Fried fish is one of the most typical dishes of Malaga cuisine.
The fishing tradition of the Bay of Malaga has meant that a dish has been preserved, traces of which were already collected in the 13th century, in the cuisine of Al-Andalus. An anonymous manuscript that was translated and published in 1966 by the Arabist from Huarte, Ambrosio Huici Miranda.
Malaga fried fish is, par excellence, the most recognised dish of the gastronomy of the Costa del Sol. This varied dish of fried fish pieces is currently a claim for tourists and visitors, and the usual option in restaurants and houses in Malaga.
It is a simple dish that is made based on what the sea fish brings that day from the sea. Although small or medium-sized fish are usually represented, the truth is that its versions can contain larger pieces of chopped fish such as squid.
However, any Malaga fried food worth its salt must contain the classic Victorian anchovies, red mullet, cod, whitebait or fried squid. Other variations, since it has no fixed ingredients, may include horse mackerel, redfish or marinated dogfish, among other seafood delicacies.
INGREDIENTS
Anchovies
Red mullet
Sliced squid
Mackerel
Fried prawns
Small squid or cuttlefish
Chickpea flour for frying fish (gives it a crispier touch)
Extra virgin olive oil
Salt
RECIPE
WE RECOMMEND YOU TRY THE ONE THEY ARE SERVING IN:
Restaurante Julia
Calle San Agustín, 11, 29015 Málaga
Reservations: +34 744 649 619
Opening hours:
Every day from 12:00 to 22:30
Restaurante Julia
In this restaurant we can taste typical Spanish cuisine and a great selection of especially popular tapas. Its chefs are familiar with the traditional recipes of the fishermen of the Bay of Malaga, specializing in the fruits of the Malaga coast, so you can taste different fried fish, as well as sea bass on the back. Although, you can also taste excellent meats.
It is located on the historic San Agustín street, called in the time of the Catholic Monarchs, Calle de los Caballeros, since the medieval orders of chivalry were established there.
Nearby is the Renaissance Buenavista Palace, which houses the Picasso Museum of Malaga, the church of San Agustín and the old Convent of San Agustín that give the street its name.
You can enjoy a very romantic experience both in its delicate interior and on its magnificent terrace, either for lunch or for a candlelit dinner.
HOW TO GET TO THE RESTAURANT
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