Fried Lake Perch Recipe

Cooking Directions

1. 1

   Prepare the Breading

   In a shallow dish, combine the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, salt, and black pepper. In another bowl, whisk the eggs and milk together.

2. 2

   Bread the Perch

   Dip each perch fillet first in the egg mixture, letting excess drip off, then dredge in the flour-cornmeal mixture, ensuring it's evenly coated.

3. 3

   Heat the Oil

   In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers.

4. 4

   Fry the Perch

   Carefully add the breaded perch fillets to the hot oil, frying in batches if necessary. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.

5. 5

   Drain and Serve

   Remove the fried perch from the skillet and drain on paper towels. Serve hot with french fries and coleslaw on the side.