Golden-Topped Fish Fillets Recipe

Name: Golden-Topped Fish Fillets
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Topping; 1 egg white, largest size; 1/2 cup mayonnaise, thick (125 ml); 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, grated, nice quality; 2 teaspoons mustard, any type; The fish; 2 lbs fish fillets, fresh (enough for 4 portions, 1 kg); 1 teaspoon salt; 4 teaspoons flour (20 ml); 1/2 teaspoon dried dill (or use 1 tblsp fresh, or any other herb); 4 tablespoons butter (very soft or melted, 60 ml); 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Servings: persons

Topping
1 egg white, largest size
1/2 cup mayonnaise, thick (125 ml)
1/2 cup cheddar cheese, grated, nice quality
2 teaspoons mustard, any type
The fish
2 lbs fish fillets, fresh (enough for 4 portions, 1 kg)
1 teaspoon salt
4 teaspoons flour (20 ml)
1/2 teaspoon dried dill (or use 1 tblsp fresh, or any other herb)
4 tablespoons butter (very soft or melted, 60 ml)
1 tablespoon lemon juice

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Before you start cooking the fish, mix the topping.
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Whisk the egg white until stiff.
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Mix the mayonnaise, cheese and mustard, and fold in the stiffly whisked egg white.
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To cook the fish, use any one of two methods:
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Lightly flour the fish fillets, and fry in a skillet in oil over high heat for a couple of minutes per side -- rather underdone than overdone, as it will keep on cooking with this method.
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OR sprinkle lemon juice over the fillets, and brush 1 tablespoon butter over each one.
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Dust the fish fillets with a mixture of salt, flour and chopped herbs.
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Grill in your oven under the grilling element until top of fillets turn white: only a few minutes. Turn carefully, give it another minute, and remove. Do not overcook, which is death to fish!
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Remove dish from oven, spread the topping over the fish fillets, then put back under a (hot) oven grill, and grill until golden brown. This happens very quickly, so keep watching it!
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This makes 4 servings, with buttered baby potatoes, a bright vegetable, salad, and chilled wine!
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**If the fish sounds too much for 4 people, keep in mind that fish and all seafood shrink in cooking.

418

kcal

Calories

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Topping, 1 egg white, largest size, 1/2 cup mayonnaise, thick (125 ml), 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, grated, nice quality, and more.

Yes, Golden-Topped Fish Fillets 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-Topped Fish Fillets

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Variations & substitutions

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