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Pan‑Fried Potatoeswith Red‑Paste Marinated Fish and Pea Salad

Recipe by Valeria Țurcan on InstagramAdded 1 November 2026.

10 minutes to prep, 15 to cook. Crispy pan‑fried potatoes paired with a bright fish and pea salad create a satisfying, quick‑cook meal. The dish balances salty, buttery potatoes with tangy lemon‑dressed fish, making it perfect for a hearty lunch or dinner.

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Pan‑Fried Potatoes with Red‑Paste Marinated Fish and Pea Salad by Valeria Țurcan, a frame from the Instagram video

Method

Fried Potatoes

  1. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.

  2. Add sliced potatoes and stir‑fry until golden and tender.

  3. Add potato peels and continue sautéing.

  4. Sprinkle salt over the potatoes and stir.

  5. Grate cheese directly into the pan and mix until melted.

  1. Fish & Pea Mix: Cut raw fish into chunks and place in a bowl.

  2. Fish & Pea Mix: Add red paste to the fish and toss to coat.

  3. Fish & Pea Mix: Drain and rinse green peas, then add to the bowl.

  4. Fish & Pea Mix: Add sliced red onion and a squeeze of lemon juice.

  5. Fish & Pea Mix: Mix all ingredients together until evenly combined.

Tips while you cook

Stir potatoes frequently
Keep the sliced potatoes moving while they fry to prevent sticking and ensure even browning.
Melt cheese in‑pan
Grate the cheese directly into the pan with the potatoes.
Coat fish before peas
Toss the fish chunks with red paste first, then add peas.
Rinse peas beforehand
Drain and rinse the green peas before adding them to remove excess moisture.

Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.

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