Description
Crispy pan-fried fish is a delightful dish that brings the flavors of the ocean right to your table. With a golden, crunchy crust and tender, flaky fish inside, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests. This quick and easy recipe requires minimal ingredients yet delivers maximum flavor, making it a go-to choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 fresh fish fillets (cod or tilapia)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and tools to keep your workspace organized.
- Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels.
- Season both sides of the fillets generously with salt and pepper.
- Dredge the fillets in flour, shaking off excess.
- Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering (about 2 minutes).
- Fry the fillets for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fish fillet (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg