Description
A simple and flavorful fried fish recipe that brings warmth and togetherness to your family gatherings, featuring crispy coating and tender fish fillets.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ lbs white fish fillets (cod or pollock)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup buttermilk
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Dry the fish fillets with paper towels.
- Sprinkle salt and pepper on both sides.
- In one bowl, whisk together the eggs and buttermilk.
- In another bowl, mix the flour, cornmeal, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
- Dip the fish fillets in the egg mixture, ensuring they’re well coated.
- Then coat the fillets in the flour-cornmeal mixture, pressing lightly to ensure maximum adherence.
- Repeat this process for all fish fillets.
- Heat oil in a pan to 350°F.
- Carefully place the fillets in the hot oil, not overcrowding the pan.
- Fry the fish for about 4 minutes on each side, until golden and crispy.
- When perfectly cooked, take the fish out and place it on a cooling rack.
- Let the fish cool for 2 minutes before serving.
Notes
For added flavor, consider marinating the fish in buttermilk overnight. Serve with tartar sauce and lemon wedges.
