Fried Skate Wings Five-Spice Salt

Method

• How to Make Fried Skate Wings Five-Spice Salt
• Pat the skate wings dry using paper towels
• Cut skate wings into even-sized portions for even cooking
• Combine five-spice powder and salt in a small bowl and set aside
• Spread the plain flour onto a plate or shallow dish
• Dredge each skate wing portion in the flour, coating evenly and shaking off excess
• Lay dredged skate wings on a plate, keeping them separated
• Heat rapeseed oil in a large non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking
• Gently place the floured skate wings into the hot oil, ensuring they do not overlap
• Fry skate wings for 2-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through
• Remove fried skate wings from pan and place on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil
• While still hot, sprinkle skate wings generously with the prepared five-spice salt
• In parallel, steam broccoli portions until bright green and just tender, then drain
• In parallel, cook basmati rice according to package instructions until fluffy
• Plate fried skate wings with steamed broccoli and a portion of basmati rice
• Optionally, serve with soy sauce on the side for dipping or drizzling
• Garnish plate with an extra light sprinkle of five-spice powder for aroma if desired