🐟✨ Crispy Fish Fillet
Serves: 2–4
Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 8–10 min
Total Time: ~20 min
🧂 Ingredients:
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4 white fish fillets (tilapia, cod, etc.)
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Salt & black pepper, to taste
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½ tsp paprika or lemon pepper seasoning (optional)
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½ cup all-purpose flour (or cornmeal for crunchier coating)
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1 egg
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2 tbsp milk or water
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½ cup breadcrumbs or crushed crackers (for extra crunch)
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2–3 tbsp oil (vegetable, olive, or butter for frying)
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Lemon wedges, for serving
🍳 Instructions:
1. Prep the Fish:
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Pat fillets dry with paper towels.
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Season both sides with salt, pepper, and paprika or lemon pepper if using.
2. Set Up Breading Station:
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Place flour on one plate.
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Beat egg with milk in a shallow bowl.
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Put breadcrumbs or crushed crackers on another plate.
3. Bread the Fillets:
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Dredge each fillet in flour → dip in egg → coat in breadcrumbs.
4. Pan-Fry:
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Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
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Fry fish 3–4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and flakes easily with a fork.
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Don’t overcrowd the pan — cook in batches if needed.
5. Serve:
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Drain on paper towels.
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Serve hot with lemon wedges, tartar sauce, or a sprinkle of fresh herbs.
🍽️ Serving Ideas:
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With coleslaw and fries for a fish & chips style meal
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Over rice with a squeeze of lemon
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In a sandwich or fish taco with slaw and sauce
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With garlic butter vegetables for a healthy option
🔁 Variations:
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Oven-Baked: Place breaded fish on a greased baking sheet. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 12–15 minutes.
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Grilled: Brush fillets with oil and season. Grill over medium heat for 3–4 minutes per side.
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Herb-crusted: Add dried herbs (parsley, dill, oregano) to breadcrumb mix for extra flavor.
Would you like a spicy Cajun, lemon butter, or Asian-style fish fillet recipe? I can give you those too!
