Description
Learn how to make delicious pan-fried fish with this easy recipe. Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these fish fillets are perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 4 white fish fillets (such as cod, tilapia, or haddock)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter (for frying)
- lemon wedges (for serving)
- chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Pat the fish fillets dry: Use paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Prepare seasoned flour: In a shallow dish, mix flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Dredge fish fillets: Coat each fillet evenly with seasoned flour, shaking off excess.
- Cook fish: Heat oil or butter in a skillet, then cook fish for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
- Drain and serve: Place cooked fillets on paper towels to drain. Serve hot with lemon wedges and parsley.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, use a mix of flour and cornmeal.
- You can substitute the fish with your favorite firm white fish.
- Pair with tartar sauce, salad, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
