Sesame Crusted Yellowtail
Elevate your seafood game with this stunning Sesame Crusted Yellowtail recipe, a fusion of bold flavor and elegant presentation that's ready in just 25 minutes! Succulent yellowtail fillets are coated in a crunchy combination of black and white sesame seeds, offering a gorgeous contrast of color and nutty taste. The fillets are pan-seared to golden perfection, locking in moisture while achieving a delightful crispy exterior. A quick seasoning with salt and pepper enhances the fish's natural flavor, while lemon wedges add a zesty finish. Serve with a side of soy sauce for dipping for an irresistible umami kick. Perfect for a sophisticated dinner or a quick weeknight treat, this dish combines ease of preparation with restaurant-quality results.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 oz each) Yellowtail fillets
- 2 tablespoons Black sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons White sesame seeds
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 Egg
- 1 tablespoon Water
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil (for frying)
- 4 (for serving) Lemon wedges
- 0.25 cup Soy sauce (optional, for dipping)
Instructions
Pat the yellowtail fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides evenly with salt and black pepper.
In a shallow dish, combine the black and white sesame seeds.
Place the flour in a separate shallow dish.
In another dish, whisk together the egg and water until well combined.
Dredge each yellowtail fillet in the flour, shaking off any excess.
Dip the floured fillet into the egg mixture, allowing the excess to drip off.
Press the fillet into the sesame seed mixture, ensuring an even coating on both sides.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
Once the oil is shimmering, carefully lay the sesame-crusted fillets into the pan. Cook for 3-4 minutes on one side or until golden brown and crispy.
Flip the fillets gently and cook for another 3-4 minutes on the second side, until the fish is cooked through.
Remove the fillets from the skillet and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
Serve the sesame-crusted yellowtail immediately with lemon wedges for squeezing over the top and soy sauce on the side for dipping, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
851 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 58.1 g | 74% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.0 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 253 mg | 84% | |
| Sodium | 6135 mg | 267% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.7 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.8 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.9 g | ||
| Protein | 45.5 g | 91% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.9 mcg | 34% | |
| Calcium | 406 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 8.7 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 717 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.
