This easy pan-fried fish fillet recipe is perfect for a quick and delicious meal. The fish is seasoned with a flavorful mixture of herbs and spices, then pan-fried until crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Serve it with a fresh salad or some steamed vegetables for a healthy and satisfying dinner. With minimal ingredients and just a few simple steps, you can have a restaurant-quality fish fillet right at home.
Ingredients
- 4 fish fillets (such as tilapia or cod)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornmeal
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Directions
- In a shallow dish, combine the flour, cornmeal, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Dip each fish fillet into the beaten eggs, then coat it with the flour mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Place the coated fish fillets in the skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the fish fillets from the skillet and drain them on paper towels to remove any excess oil.
- Serve the pan-fried fish fillets with lemon wedges for squeezing over the top. Enjoy!