Description
Indulge in a mouthwatering Cornmeal Fried Fish Recipe that transforms fresh white fish into crispy, golden perfection. Each fillet is coated in a flavorful cornmeal crust, delivering a delightful crunch with every bite. Pair it with zesty tartar sauce and lemon wedges for an unforgettable dining experience. Perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings, this dish will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh white fish fillets (cod or tilapia)
- 1 cup coarse cornmeal
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by gathering ingredients and setting up three shallow dishes: one with flour mixed with salt and pepper, one with beaten eggs, and one with cornmeal.
- Dredge each fish fillet in the flour mixture, dip in the eggs, then coat thoroughly with cornmeal.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Fry coated fillets for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Avoid overcrowding the pan.
- Drain excess oil on paper towels and serve hot with lemon wedges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg