Christmas Fried Carp

Ingredients

• 1 (3.3-4.4 lb, 1.5-2 kg) carp; can be already portioned into steaks or fillets
• 2 large onions
• salt, to season
• pepper, to season
• 4 lemons
• 5 tbsp breadcrumbs
• 5 tbsp wheat flour
• cooking oil, for frying; e.g. canola oil

Instructions

1. 1

   [The night before] Portion the carp into fish...: [The night before] Portion the carp into fish steaks (cutting crosswise, cutting through the bone) or fillet pieces. Season generously with salt and pepper.

2. 2

   Peel and slice the onions.

3. 3

   Place the fish pieces into a large container,...: Place the fish pieces into a large container, layering it with onion slices. Cover with a lid or cling film and leave in the fridge overnight.

4. 4

   [On the day] Squeeze the juice out of...: [On the day] Squeeze the juice out of 3 lemons, cut the last one into thin slices.

5. 5

   In a large bowl, cover the fish pieces...: In a large bowl, cover the fish pieces in lemon juice and lemon slices. Make sure each piece of fish has a chance to get friendly with that lemon juice. Covet the bowl with cling film and set aside for 30 minutes.

6. 6

   After that time, dry carp pieces with paper...: After that time, dry carp pieces with paper towels.

7. 7

   Cover a large plate with five tablespoons of...: Cover a large plate with five tablespoons of flour and five tablespoons of breadcrumbs, combine them together.

8. 8

   Grease a large frying pan/skillet with some cooking...: Grease a large frying pan/skillet with some cooking oil. Set the heat on a medium-high.

9. 9

   Grab one carp piece at a time and...: Grab one carp piece at a time and coat it with batter. Make sure each side of the fish is covered well.

10. 10

    If the pan is hot, we’re ready to...: If the pan is hot, we’re ready to fry. Place the fish onto the frying pan and fry until golden. It usually takes 5-6 minutes per each side; but the exact time will depend on how thick your pieces are. Continue until you’re out of fish.

11. 11

    Serve immediately with some fresh lemon wedges on...: Serve immediately with some fresh lemon wedges on the side, or wait for it to cool and serve as a cold appetizer.