Easy Pan-Fried Fish Fillets And Tartar Sauce Recipe

Name: Easy Pan-Fried Fish Fillets And Tartar Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 large eggs, beaten; 1 1/2 cups finely crushed saltine crackers (about 45 crackers); 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (can use 1 teaspoon garlic powder); 1 teaspoon lemon pepper (or use black pepper); 2 lbs fish fillets; oil (for frying); seasoning salt; TARTAR SAUCE; 1 cup mayonnaise; 1/4 cup sweet pickle relish (use Bick's sweet relish); 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (or use 1-2 teaspoons fresh minced garlic)

Servings: persons

2 large eggs, beaten
1 1/2 cups finely crushed saltine crackers (about 45 crackers)
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (can use 1 teaspoon garlic powder)
1 teaspoon lemon pepper (or use black pepper)
2 lbs fish fillets
oil (for frying)
seasoning salt
TARTAR SAUCE
1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sweet pickle relish (use Bick's sweet relish)
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (or use 1-2 teaspoons fresh minced garlic)

1
For the tartar sauce; in a bowl blend all ingredients until well combined.
2
Cover and refrigerate a minimum of 2 hours before using.
3
For the fish; place eggs in a shallow bowl.
4
In another shallow bowl mix together the crushed saltines with garlic powder and lemon pepper (or black pepper) until very well combined.
5
Coat the fish fillets firstly in the eggs, then coat into the breading mixture.
6
Place fillets on a plate and let stand for about 5-8 minutes.
7
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
8
Add in fillets and fry about 2-3 minutes on each side or until the fish flakes (cooking time will vary depending on the thickness of your fish).
9
Remove to a plate then lightly sprinkle with seasoned salt.
10
Serve fish with tartar sauce, YUMMMMM!

482

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 large eggs, beaten, 1 1/2 cups finely crushed saltine crackers (about 45 crackers), 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (can use 1 teaspoon garlic powder), 1 teaspoon lemon pepper (or use black pepper), and more.

Yes, Easy Pan-Fried Fish Fillets And Tartar Sauce falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Easy Pan-Fried Fish Fillets And Tartar Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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