Description
A delightful recipe for panko-crusted fried fish that brings the flavors of the coast to your kitchen. Perfectly crispy and flavorful, it’s sure to impress family and friends.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 3 cups panko breadcrumbs
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 4 medium fish fillets (about 6 oz / 170 g each), such as flounder, cod, haddock, barramundi, or grouper
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Flaky sea salt, for serving
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Set up the breading station: Arrange three shallow bowls—one with flour, another with beaten eggs, and the last with panko breadcrumbs.
- Season the eggs and panko by whisking the eggs until smooth, and combining panko with salt and cayenne pepper.
- Prepare the fish fillets by patting each one dry with paper towels and seasoning both sides with salt and pepper.
- Dredge and coat the fillets by lightly dredging in flour, dipping in egg, and coating thoroughly in panko.
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering.
- Fry the fish, adding one or two fillets at a time, until golden brown on both sides.
- Drain the fried fish on a wire rack or paper towels and season immediately.
- Serve the fried fish with lemon wedges for extra brightness.
Notes
For best results, ensure oil is at the right temperature and do not overcrowd the pan while frying.
