Elevate your seafood dishes with this versatile Fish Coating Mix, a quick and easy homemade blend bursting with bold seasonings and textures. Featuring a perfect balance of all-purpose flour and cornmeal for a light yet crispy crust, this mix combines the richness of paprika, the warmth of garlic and onion powders, and the aromatic touch of dried oregano and thyme. A hint of cayenne pepper adds just the right amount of kick, while salt and black pepper round out the flavors for a well-seasoned coating. Ready in minutes and stored for up to three months, this mix is your go-to for fried, baked, or grilled fish fillets. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, it guarantees crowd-pleasing results every time. A must-have pantry staple for seafood lovers!
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and cornmeal. Stir well to ensure they're evenly mixed.
Add the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, dried oregano, and dried thyme to the bowl.
Season the mixture with salt and black pepper. Adjust the level of salt and cayenne pepper to suit your taste preference.
Using a whisk, mix all the ingredients together until the seasoning is evenly distributed throughout the flour and cornmeal mixture.
Transfer the fish coating mix to an airtight container or zippered plastic bag for storage. Store at room temperature for up to 3 months.
To use, dredge fish fillets (patted dry) in the coating mix, ensuring they are evenly coated before frying, grilling, or baking as desired.
Calories |
1228 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 10.3 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.4 g | 7% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2387 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 261.5 g | 95% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.4 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.4 g | ||
| Protein | 28.8 g | 58% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 80 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 14.0 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 687 mg | 15% | |
*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.