Breaded Fish with Tartare Sauce

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Crispy, golden, and irresistibly flavorful, this Breaded Fish with Tartare Sauce recipe is a seafood lover's dream! Tender white fish fillets—whether cod, haddock, or tilapia—are delicately seasoned, coated in a buttery breadcrumb crust, and pan-fried to perfection. Paired with a tangy homemade tartare sauce made with creamy mayonnaise, zesty pickles, capers, and a splash of fresh lemon juice, this dish is all about bold, complementary flavors and textures. Ready in just 35 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. Serve with a side of crisp salad or fries for a truly satisfying meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 20 min
• Cook Time: 15 min
• Total Time: 35 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

14 items

• 4 pieces White fish fillets (such as cod, haddock, or tilapia)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 large Eggs
• 2 tablespoons Milk
• 1 cup Breadcrumbs (plain or panko)
• 1 cup Vegetable oil (for frying)
• 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
• 3 tablespoons Pickles (finely chopped)
• 1 tablespoon Capers (chopped)
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (chopped)
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

📝 Instructions

7 steps

1. Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and pepper.

2. Set up a breading station with three shallow dishes: one with flour, one with beaten eggs and milk mixed together, and one with breadcrumbs.

3. Dredge each fish fillet in flour, then dip into the egg mixture, and finally coat with breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.

4. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Test with a breadcrumb—it should sizzle immediately when dropped in.

5. Carefully place the breaded fish fillets in the skillet. Fry for 3–4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 145°F/63°C). Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

6. To prepare the tartare sauce, combine mayonnaise, chopped pickles, capers, lemon juice, parsley, and Dijon mustard in a small bowl. Mix well and set aside.

7. Serve the breaded fish hot with a generous dollop of tartare sauce on the side. Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges if desired.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (293.0g)

Calories		1025
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		87.3 g	112%
	Saturated Fat	13.5 g	67%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		165 mg	55%
Sodium		1078 mg	47%
Total Carbohydrate		33.1 g	12%
	Dietary Fiber	1.5 g	5%
	Total Sugars	2.6 g
Protein		32.2 g	64%
Vitamin D		6.6 mcg	33%
Calcium		74 mg	6%
Iron		2.9 mg	16%
Potassium		481 mg	10%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 3139 cal (74.9%%)

Protein: 517 cal (12.4%%)

Carbs: 532 cal (12.7%%)