Family Style Fritto Misto Recipe

Name: Family Style Fritto Misto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup olive oil; 3 eggs, lightly beaten; Water, to moisten; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 pound cuttlefish, cleaned and cut into 1/2-inch pieces; 1 pound scampi, tail on and deveined; 1 pound anchovies, cleaned; 4 whiting, scaled, cleaned, rinsed, dried and cut into 1/2-inch pieces; 1 pound whitebait; 1 red onion, cut into 1/2-inch rings; 1 zucchini, cut into individual strips, about 1 by 4 inches; 1 eggplant, cut into individual strips, about 1 by 4 inches; Oil, for frying; 2 cups marinara sauce, hot; 1/2 cup garlic aioli; 1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano; Sliced red onions; 2 tablespoons freshly chopped parsley leaves

Servings: persons

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup olive oil
3 eggs, lightly beaten
Water, to moisten
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound cuttlefish, cleaned and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 pound scampi, tail on and deveined
1 pound anchovies, cleaned
4 whiting, scaled, cleaned, rinsed, dried and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 pound whitebait
1 red onion, cut into 1/2-inch rings
1 zucchini, cut into individual strips, about 1 by 4 inches
1 eggplant, cut into individual strips, about 1 by 4 inches
Oil, for frying
2 cups marinara sauce, hot
1/2 cup garlic aioli
1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
Sliced red onions
2 tablespoons freshly chopped parsley leaves

1
Preheat the oil to 375 degrees F.
2
In a mixing bowl, whisk the flour, olive oil and eggs together.
3
Add enough water to thin out the batter but not too thin.
4
Season with salt and pepper.
5
Season all the seafood and vegetables with salt and pepper, to taste.
6
Dip each piece of seafood in the batter, letting the excess drip off.
7
Fry the fish in batches, starting with the cuttlefish and ending with the whitebait.
8
Dip the vegetables in the batter, letting the excess drip off and fry until golden brown about 3 to 4 minutes.
9
Remove all fried items from the oil and drain on paper lined plates.
10
Season every item with salt and pepper.
11
Spoon the marinara sauce over the bottom of a large platter.
12
Pile the fried seafood and vegetables on top of the sauce.
13
Garnish with drizzles of aioli, cheese, red onions and parsley.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup olive oil, 3 eggs, lightly beaten, Water, to moisten, and more.

Yes, Family Style Fritto Misto falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Family Style Fritto Misto

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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