Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
4 cup

fresh orange juice

fresh

0.5 unit

small red onion

small

1 clove

garlic

3 tbsp

rice vinegar

2 tsp

chipotle in adobo

pureed

2 tsp

honey

1 pinch

Salt

1 pinch

black pepper

freshly ground

0.75 cup

canola oil

1 cup

peanut oil

for frying

1.5 cup

rice flour

1.5 cup

cold water

cold

1 pound

squid

rings and tentacles

1 pound

conch meat

cut into 1-inch pieces

1 cup

cornmeal

for dredging

0.5 pound

micro greens

0.25 pound

watercress

1 head

frisee

4 unit

cherry peppers

jarred in vinegar, thinly sliced

1 unit

parsley

leaves

Step 1
~3 min

Reduce orange juice to 3/4 cup.

Step 2
~3 min

Cool the reduced orange juice.

Step 3
~3 min

Blend reduced orange juice, red onion, garlic, rice vinegar, chipotle puree, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth.

Step 4
~3 min

Slowly add canola oil while blending to emulsify.

Step 5
~3 min

Heat peanut oil in a saucepan to 350°F.

Step 6
~3 min

Prepare a plate with paper towels.

Step 7
~3 min

Whisk rice flour and cold water with salt and pepper until it resembles crepe batter.

Step 8
~3 min

Adjust water if needed for correct consistency.

Step 9
~3 min

Season squid and conch with salt and pepper.

Step 10
~3 min

Dip squid in rice flour batter, let excess drip, then dredge in cornmeal.

Step 11
~3 min

Fry squid until golden brown and crisp.

Step 12
~3 min

Drain fried squid on paper towels and season with salt.

Step 13
~3 min

Repeat battering, dredging, and frying process for conch.

Step 14
~3 min

Dress greens with orange-chipotle vinaigrette and season with salt and pepper.

Step 15
~3 min

Mound dressed greens on a platter and add sliced cherry peppers.

Step 16
~3 min

Arrange fried squid and conch around the greens.

Step 17
~3 min

Drizzle with more vinaigrette and garnish with parsley leaves.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure oil is at the correct temperature for frying.

Do not overcrowd the pan when frying.

Adjust chipotle puree to control the spice level.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Vinaigrette can be made ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
High
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
May be challenging for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve immediately after frying for optimal crispness.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled pineapple
Avocado slices

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Caribbean

Cultural Significance

Conch is a staple in Caribbean cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Celebratory meals

Occasion Tags

Dinner Party
Special Occasion

Popularity Score

75/100

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