Oven Fried Fish From Cooks Illustrated Recipe

Name: Oven Fried Fish From Cooks Illustrated
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 -6 slices white bread, slightly stale is best; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted; salt and pepper; 2 tablespoons fresh minced parsley; 1 small shallot, finely minced; 2/3 cup approximately all-purpose flour; 2 large eggs; 3 tablespoons mayonnaise; 1/2 teaspoon paprika; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne; 1 1/4 lbs white fish, at least 1 in. thick cut into 4 pieces (Cod or haddock is recommended)

Servings: persons

4 -6 slices white bread, slightly stale is best
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
salt and pepper
2 tablespoons fresh minced parsley
1 small shallot, finely minced
2/3 cup approximately all-purpose flour
2 large eggs
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1 1/4 lbs white fish, at least 1 in. thick cut into 4 pieces (Cod or haddock is recommended)

1
heat oven to 350 degrees.
2
pulse bread, butter, 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper in a food processor until coarsely ground.
3
spread on a rimmed baking sheet and bake until golden brown, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes.
4
remove and cool crumbs, toss with parsley and shallots, place in a pie plate.
5
increase oven temp to 450 degrees.
6
blend eggs, Mayo., paprika, Cayenne, 1/4 tsp pepper and 5 tbsp of flour in a second pie plate.
7
put remaining flour in a third pie plate.
8
spray wire rack with cooking spray and place in a rimmed baking sheet.
9
dry fish well and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
10
dredge first in flour, then egg mixture, then crumbs pressing into crumbs so that a nice thick layer sticks to the fish.
11
place on wire rack and repeat with remaining fish.
12
bake 18 - 20 minutes,or until internal temperature is 140 degrees.

275

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 -6 slices white bread, slightly stale is best, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, salt and pepper, 2 tablespoons fresh minced parsley, and more.

Yes, Oven Fried Fish From Cooks Illustrated 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!

Oven Fried Fish From Cooks Illustrated

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