Jul 17 2026
Restaurants40 Steak and SeafoodParmesan Crusted Walleye Recipe

Parmesan Crusted Walleye Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Baked walleye filet, parmesan cheese, panko bread, and tartar sauce

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

  2. 2

    Prepare the Baking Sheet

    Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.

  3. 3

    Mix the Coating

    In a mixing bowl, combine the panko bread crumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

  4. 4

    Prepare the Fish

    Pat the walleye fillets dry with paper towels. Brush both sides with melted butter.

  5. 5

    Coat the Fish

    Press the walleye fillets into the panko and Parmesan mixture, ensuring they are fully coated.

  6. 6

    Bake the Fish

    Place the coated fillets on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the fish is cooked through and the crust is golden brown.

  7. 7

    Serve

    Serve the Parmesan crusted walleye hot, garnished with lemon wedges and your choice of tartar sauce.

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