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Pan-Fried Fish Fillets

Crispy Pan-Fried Fish Fillets Ready in Just 20 Minutes

Quick and tasty Pan-Fried Fish Fillets, perfect for a busy weeknight dinner in just 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Fish
  • 4 fillets White Fish Fillets Cod or tilapia recommended.
Coating
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with almond or rice flour.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to personal taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground for best flavor.
Cooking
  • 1/2 cup Olive Oil Essential for frying.
Serving
  • 2 pieces Lemon Wedges For serving.

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Begin by patting the white fish fillets dry with a paper towel and set aside.
  2. In a shallow dish, combine the all-purpose flour, salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
  3. Dredge each fish fillet in the flour mixture, pressing gently to coat evenly.
  4. In a large skillet, pour olive oil and heat over medium-high until hot.
  5. Add the coated fish fillets to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes on one side.
  6. Carefully flip each fillet and cook for an additional 4-5 minutes on the other side.
  7. Remove from skillet, drain on paper towels and serve immediately with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Make sure fish fillets are completely dry before coating for crispiness. Avoid overcrowding the pan when frying.

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