Spiced pan fried fish fillets are a quick and easy dish to prepare for a weeknight meal, yet elegant enough to serve to guests. The fish is coated in a flavorful blend of spices and herbs, then pan-fried until golden brown and flaky. Served with a simple side of rice or vegetables, this dish is a delicious and satisfying meal that is sure to please everyone at the table. There are many different ways to prepare spiced pan fried fish fillets, depending on your personal taste and the type of fish you are using. In this article, we will provide you with a few of our favorite recipes, so you can find the perfect one to suit your needs.
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EASY PAN-FRIED FISH FILLET
This is a very easy method to make any type of fish fillets. Choose mild-flavored fish - flounder, halibut, cod, catfish, or tilapia are great candidates.
Provided by Anonymous
Categories Main Dish Recipes Seafood Main Dish Recipes Halibut
Time 15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Wash fish fillets under running cold water and dry with a paper towel. Drizzle with lemon juice and season with salt on both sides.
- Combine flour and Chinese five-spice powder in a shallow bowl. Dip fish fillets into the flour mixture so they are covered on both sides.
- Heat canola and sesame oils in a large skillet over medium heat. Add fish to hot oil and pan-fry for 2 to 3 minutes. Carefully turn and continue cooking until fish flakes easily with a fork, 2 to 3 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 306 calories, Carbohydrate 9.5 g, Cholesterol 60.8 mg, Fat 18.6 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 26.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 125.9 mg
SPICED PAN-FRIED FISH FILLETS
lightly spiced and pan-fried fish fillets. If following a gluten-free diet, check spices used a gf suitable. Use bream or any firm white fish fillets for this recipe. A quick fish dish. Serve with a salad or chips and a lemon wedge
Provided by Jubes
Categories Very Low Carbs
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine the rice flour and spices in a wide bowl.
- Add the fish and rub the spice mixture all over the fish.
- Heat the olive all in a large frying pan.
- Cook fish in a single layer, until browned and cooked as desired.
- You may need to cook the fish in batches.
PAN FRIED FISH
Steps:
- Heat a heavy pan over medium high heat.
- Season fish on meat side with salt and pepper. Lightly dredge fish in flour and shake off excess. When pan is good and hot, add Canola oil followed immediately by 1 tablespoon butter. As soon as foaming subsides, place fish in pan with the skin side down. Jiggle pan for the first 10 seconds to keep the fish from sticking. Cook until golden crust forms on meat. Carefully turn fish away from you and again jiggle pan for the first few seconds. Cook until skin turns golden brown. Remove to a warm plate.
- Pour out the cooking fat, add remaining butter and quickly fry the capers. Remove pan from the heat, add lemon juice to pan and swirl. Pour sauce over the fish and serve.
EASY LIGHTLY FRIED FISH - THYME AND SPICES - MEDITERRANEAN
This is just a really simple and easy, and quick, and delicious version of friend fish fillets. Serve it with whatever side you would like - I personally like it with a nice fresh vegetable salad, like a Greek/Aegean/Hortaki. It is parve, so you can go ahead and eat it with dairy.
Provided by Mivashel
Categories Greek
Time 30m
Yield 4 fillets (large), 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- thaw the fish if frozen - rinse it under water and pat dry if you wish.
- preheat about an inch of oil in a pan.
- cut the fillets into smaller pieces if you want.
- crack the egg into a shallow bowl and beat - add a pinch of salt and pepper.
- prepare the spiced fish fry coating - mix roughly 50:50 flour:spices. I suggest adding a fair amount of salt and pepper, and also chili powder if you like it hot. ANY COMBO OF SPICES WORK, be liberal. MIX UNTIL HOMOGENOUS.
- dip the fish in egg - let the extra egg drip off (tap against the side of bowl).
- coat both sides of the egged up fish in the frying coating.
- carefully (hot oil is dangerous!) fry both sides of the fish in the oil until golden brown on both sides, and the inside of the fish is flaky and white.
- dry on paper towels lined with a bed of thyme.
- garnish with lemon wedges and thyme sprigs (optional).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 199, Fat 3.5, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 109, Sodium 83.3, Carbohydrate 13.4, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 0.5, Protein 28.4
PANFRIED FISH FILLETS
Frying is one of the easiest and most popular ways to cook fish.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cut fish fillets into 6 serving pieces. Sprinkle both sides of fish with salt and pepper.
- Beat egg and water in shallow bowl until well mixed. Sprinkle flour on waxed paper or a plate. Dip both sides of fish pieces into egg, then coat completely with flour.
- Heat oil (1/8 inch) in 10-inch skillet over medium heat about 2 minutes. Fry fish in oil 6 to 10 minutes, turning once, until fish flakes easily with fork and is brown on both sides. Drain on paper towels.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 215, Carbohydrate 5 g, Cholesterol 90 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 300 mg
Tips:
- Choose the right fish fillets. Firm-fleshed fish fillets, such as tilapia, cod, or salmon, are best for pan-frying. Avoid delicate fish fillets, such as sole or flounder, as they may fall apart during cooking.
- Use a well-seasoned skillet. A cast iron or stainless steel skillet is ideal for pan-frying fish fillets. Make sure the skillet is well-seasoned to prevent the fish from sticking.
- Don't overcrowd the skillet. Cook the fish fillets in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the skillet. Overcrowding will cause the fish to steam rather than fry, resulting in soggy fish.
- Be patient when cooking the fish. Don't flip the fish fillets too often. Allow them to cook undisturbed for several minutes on each side until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve the fish fillets immediately. Pan-fried fish fillets are best served immediately, while they are still hot and crispy.
Conclusion:
Pan-frying fish fillets is a quick and easy way to cook a delicious and healthy meal. By following these tips, you can achieve perfectly cooked fish fillets that are golden brown and crispy on the outside and tender and flaky on the inside. Serve the fish fillets with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice.
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