Light and Crispy Pan-Fried Fish Fillets

Follow these recipe tips for crispy and light fish every time using fresh or pre-frozen fillets.

INGREDIENTS

• 4 fish fillets, thawed
• ¼ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon pepper
• ½ cup flour or breadcrumbs or panko breading
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil

PREPARATION

1. Using paper towel, pat the fillets until completely dry.
2. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
3. Place the flour or breadcrumbs on a plate.
4. Press both sides of the fish into the coating. Then shake gently to remove the loose coating.
5. On medium heat, warm up a heavy frying pan, preferably a cast iron pan until hot. Add the oil, swirl the pan to spread the oil.
6. Then add the fish to the pan. Do not move the fish for a few minutes.
7. Nudge the fish gently, if it slides easily, it is ready to be flipped. If it is stuck, but cooking too quickly, remove pan from the heat for a minute.
8. When it is ready to be flipped, cook on the other side until golden brown.
9. Serve right away. Enjoy!