Description
A simple and delicious recipe for pan fried fish that results in crispy perfection.
Ingredients
- 4 (6-ounce) fish fillets (such as tilapia, cod, or catfish)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko for extra crunch)
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Rinse the fish fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- In a shallow dish, combine the flour, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- In another shallow dish, whisk together the eggs and milk until well combined.
- Place the breadcrumbs in a third shallow dish.
- Dredge each fish fillet in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess. Then dip it into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off, and finally coat it with breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, carefully add the breaded fish fillets to the skillet, cooking in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
- Fry the fish for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 145°F.
- Remove the fish from the skillet and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
- Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend and use gluten-free breadcrumbs.
- Add fresh herbs like parsley or dill to the breadcrumbs for an extra flavor boost.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 150mg