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A local delicacy made by coating pike, one of the characteristic species of Lake Durusu, in cornflour and frying it in hot oil until golden brown.
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Among freshwater fishermen across Türkiye, the Terkos pike is highly popular. In the lakeside villages of the Arnavutköy district, eating fried pike has become a tradition, especially on weekends. The cleaned fish are sliced with a special cutting technique to remove the bones. You can verify the locations of nearby fish restaurants via the Harita. This hidden delicacy, relatively unknown in general İstanbul cuisine but frequently sought out by enthusiasts, is a must-try.
The fried pike is served hot with fresh lemon squeezed on top and plenty of arugula on the side.
Ingredients
- 800 g pike fish fillet
- 1 cup of fine cornflour
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1 teaspoon of ground red pepper
- 1 cup of frying oil
Preparation
- Slice the pike fillets into finger-thick strips.
- Mix the cornflour with salt and red pepper in a large plate.
- Coat the fish slices thoroughly in this flour mixture.
- Heat the frying oil well in a pan and fry the fish on both sides until crispy.
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