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How to Cook Mojarra Fish
Mojarra Fritas Recipe
If you’re craving a mouthwatering fried fish dish (pescado frito), here you go!
- Choose a pan that is large enough to cover the whole mojarra with oil.
- Heat 1 liter of vegetable oil in the pan over medium heat.
- Rinse and dry the fish and make shallow diagonal cuts on it.
- Season the pescado mojarra with salt and pepper and coat it with the flour.
- Add 4 garlic cloves and a lemon peel to the hot oil.
- Put the fish in the oil when it gets hot and cook for 15 minutes or till the fish is cooked through.
- Remove the fried mojarra from the pan and remove excess fat by soaking up the oil with napkins or thick paper towels that won’t stick.
Q: What do mojarra fish eat?
A: Mexican mojarra prey on smaller fish and aquatic invertebrates such as snails. They are also known to eat flies and mosquitos.
Q: Are mojarra and tilapia the same fish?
A: The name ‘mojarra’ actually describes a species of saltwater fish, but the term is used to describe several freshwater cichlids such as the tilapia. The tilapia looks quite like the Mexican mojarra and are about the same size thus the confusion.
Q: What does the nest of a mojarra fish look like?
A: Nests are oblong, shallow depressions and can be found in the spongy root masses of mangroves.
Q: Why is the Mexican mojarra coveted by anglers?
A: The mojarra is targeted by anglers because of its beauty and also because of its palatable flesh. Its aggressive approach to bait also makes it a favorite among fishermen who love a challenge. The species is available for aquariums but only for those who have the proper facilities to house it.
Q: What is mojarra in english (mojarra en ingles)?
A: Mojarra is a two-banded sea bream that can be found in shallow fresh and saltwater environments.
The Mexican mojarra fish is usually caught as bait for larger fish species but rather than buying them offshore. You can get them for free by using these fishing strategies.
If you have already tried your luck and succeeded in catching this fish, please share your experiences, tips, and strategies below.
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