Name: Pan Fried Fish Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 white fish fillets (such as cod, tilapia, or haddock); ½ cup all-purpose flour; ½ teaspoon garlic powder; ½ teaspoon paprika; ¼ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil; 1 tablespoon butter; Lemon wedges; Chopped parsley

Description

This Pan Fried Fish recipe features tender white fish fillets coated in a flavorful seasoned flour mixture and cooked to crispy golden perfection in a skillet. Perfect for a quick and delicious weeknight meal, it pairs wonderfully with lemon wedges and fresh parsley for a bright, fresh finish.

Ingredients

Scale

Fish and Coating

4 white fish fillets (such as cod, tilapia, or haddock)
½ cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper

Cooking

2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil
1 tablespoon butter

To Serve

Lemon wedges
Chopped parsley

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Instructions

Prepare the fish: Pat the fish fillets dry thoroughly with paper towels to remove excess moisture, which helps to achieve a crispy coating.
Make the flour mixture: In a shallow dish, combine the all-purpose flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to evenly distribute the seasoning.
Coat the fish: Dredge each fish fillet in the seasoned flour mixture, ensuring an even coating on all sides. Shake off any excess flour to prevent clumping during cooking.
Heat the skillet: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat until the mixture is hot and shimmering but not smoking. This heat level ensures a crispy crust without burning.
Cook the fish: Carefully add the coated fillets to the skillet, working in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Cook each fillet for about 3–4 minutes per side, turning gently until golden brown and the fish flakes easily with a fork.
Drain and serve: Transfer the cooked fish to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil. Serve immediately, garnished with lemon wedges and a sprinkle of chopped parsley for added freshness and flavor.

Notes

For extra crispy coating, dip the fish in beaten egg before dredging in the flour mixture.
Pair the pan fried fish with coleslaw, tartar sauce, or a simple green salad for a complete meal.
Use gluten-free flour to make this recipe suitable for a gluten-free diet.