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Whiting (southern kingfish) is traditionally deep fried and served with hot sauce, a preparation Charleston Magazine describes as traditional especially among African-American cooks; the Southern Foodways Alliance likewise documents crispy fried whiting dominating menus at Washington DC carryouts. Dish identity (fried whiting) established.

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Whiting (southern kingfish) is traditionally deep fried and served with hot sauce, a preparation Charleston Magazine describes as traditional especially among African-American cooks; the Southern Foodways Alliance likewise documents crispy fried whiting dominating menus at Washington DC carryouts. Dish identity (fried whiting) established.

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Whiting (southern kingfish) is traditionally deep fried and served with hot sauce, a preparation Charleston Magazine describes as traditional especially among African-American cooks; the Southern Foodways Alliance likewise documents crispy fried whiting dominating menus at Washington DC carryouts. Dish identity (fried whiting) established.

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