Golden Pan-Fried Fish Recipe

Name: Golden Pan-Fried Fish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds 1 1/2-inch-thick halibut; 1 3 1/2-ounce package panko (Japanese breadcrumbs; 1 1/2 cups)*; 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh Italian parsley; 2 teaspoons coarse kosher salt; 2 teaspoons finely grated lemon; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 3 large egg whites; 1/4 cup dark ale or non-alcoholic (such as O'Doul's); 3 tablespoons (or more) extra-olive oil; Quick Tartar Sauce

Servings: persons

1
Cut fish into 4x1 1/4-inch rectangular Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
2
Combine next 5 ingredients in large bowl.
3
Whisk egg whites and ale in medium bowl.
4
Add fish to ale mixture and turn to coat; shake off excess, then turn fish in panko mixture to coat all sides.
5
Place on plate.
6
Heat 3 tablespoons oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
7
Add half of fish sticks.
8
Cook until golden and just opaque in center, about 2 minutes per side.
9
Repeat with remaining fish sticks, adding more oil to skillet as necessary.
10
Transfer fish to paper towels; sprinkle with salt and pepper.
11
Serve immediately with tartar sauce.
12
Available in the Asian foods section of some supermarkets and at Asian markets.

308

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds 1 1/2-inch-thick halibut, 1 3 1/2-ounce package panko (Japanese breadcrumbs; 1 1/2 cups)*, 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh Italian parsley, 2 teaspoons coarse kosher salt, and more.

Yes, Golden Pan-Fried Fish falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Golden Pan-Fried Fish

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Variations & substitutions

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