Alaska Pollock Frites & Trio of Toppings

These pollock frites make perfect dipping fingers for the trio of sauces in this recipe. Bake the pollock frites for a healthier option.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 5-10 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Servings: 12
- Yield: 3-4 oz pollock and 1-2 oz each topping per serving
Ingredients
Asian-style gremolata
- 4 ounces Scallions, chopped
- 2 ounces Jalapeno slices (red or green)
- 2 ounces Garlic, sliced
- 1 ounce Ginger, peeled and julienned
- 1 ounce Cilantro leaves
- ½ to 1 Tablespoon Sea salt
- ½ to 1 Tablespoon Ground pepper mix (black, green, red, white)
- As needed, Corn starch
- As needed, Vegetable oil
Greek feta
- 1-1/2 Cups Feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 Tablespoon Lemon zest
- 2 Tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 Tablespoon Olive oil
- 1-1/2 teaspoon Oregano, dry
- ½ teaspoon Thyme, dry
- ½ teaspoon Dill, dry
- ½ teaspoon Onion powder
- ½ teaspoon Garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
- ½ Cup Kalamata olives, drained, pitted and chopped
Fresh salsa
- 2 each Firm tomatoes, seeded and diced
- 1/3 Cup Cilantro, fresh, chopped
- 2 to 3 Tablespoons Onion, finely chopped
- 1 to 2 Tablespoons Jalapeno (or serrano), minced
- 1 Tablespoon Lime juice, fresh
- ½ teaspoon Sea salt
Pollock
- 3 to 4 lbs. Alaska pollock fillets, cut into 1 to 1-1/2 oz. “frite” shapes
- To taste, Sea salt and Pepper
- As needed, Cornstarch
- As needed, Cooking oil
- 12 Tablespoons Lime ponzu
Instructions
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Step 1 Prepare gremolata
Dredge gremolata ingredients, except cilantro, salt and pepper, in cornstarch. Fry in hot (375°F) oil for one minute until garlic is golden brown. When cool, toss with cilantro and salt and pepper to taste; reserve.
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Step 2 Prepare salsa
Combine all ingredients. Cover and refrigerate until serving.
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Step 3 Prepare feta
Combine all ingredients. Cover and refrigerate until serving.
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Step 4 Prepare pollock
Heat oil in a fryer to 375F. Season Alaska pollock with salt and pepper to taste; dredge in cornstarch. Fry pollock 2 to 3 minutes, until fully cooked throughout. Place pollock frites in a parchment-lined cup or French fry basket. Drizzle with lime ponzu. Serve with gremolata or the trio of toppings.