Homestyle Fried Fish Fillets
Experience the crispy, golden perfection of Homestyle Fried Fish Fillets—a comforting classic that's easy to make and irresistibly delicious. Featuring tender fish fillets like cod, tilapia, or haddock, coated in a flavorful blend of all-purpose flour, cornmeal, and spices like paprika and garlic powder, this recipe brings fried fish to the next level. The double-dredging technique ensures a flawlessly crispy crust, while frying in hot vegetable oil locks in all the juicy goodness. Ready in just 30 minutes, this crowd-pleasing dish is perfect for a family meal, served with lemon wedges for a zesty finishing touch. Whether you're a seafood enthusiast or a comfort food lover, these fried fish fillets will become a regular on your dinner table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Fish fillets (e.g., cod, tilapia, or haddock)
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup Cornmeal
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 large Eggs
- 2 tablespoons Milk
- 2 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)
- 4 pieces Lemon wedges (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Thoroughly rinse the fish fillets under cool running water and pat them dry with paper towels. Set aside.
In a shallow dish, combine the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper, mixing well.
In a separate shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until fully combined.
Set up a dredging station with the flour mixture in one bowl and the egg mixture in another.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. The oil should be about 350°F (175°C) for optimum frying. To test, drop a small pinch of the flour mixture into the oil—it should sizzle immediately.
While the oil is heating, dredge a fish fillet in the flour mixture, coating it evenly. Shake off any excess, then dip it into the egg mixture, ensuring it is fully covered. Return it to the flour mixture for a second coating, pressing gently to help the coating adhere. Repeat with the remaining fillets.
Carefully place the coated fillets in the hot oil, cooking in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. Fry each piece for 3-4 minutes per side or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 145°F or 63°C).
Transfer the fried fillets to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil. Keep warm while frying the remaining fillets.
Serve the fried fish fillets hot with lemon wedges on the side, and enjoy your homestyle meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5166 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 489.9 g | 628% | |
| Saturated Fat | 72.1 g | 360% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 431 mg | 144% | |
| Sodium | 2598 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 184.4 g | 67% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.9 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.6 g | ||
| Protein | 57.3 g | 115% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.0 mcg | 40% | |
| Calcium | 166 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 11.5 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 990 mg | 21% | |
*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.
