1 Piece Fried Fish Recipe
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Ingredients
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Fish and Marinade
Breading
Frying
Method
Marinating the Fish
- 1
- 2
Marinate the Fish
Place the fish fillet in the marinade and coat it evenly. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Preparing the Breading
- 3
Prepare the Breading Mixture
In a shallow dish, mix together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, paprika, and salt.
- 4
Coating the Fish
- 5
Coat the Fish
Remove the marinated fish from the marinade, allowing excess liquid to drip off. Dip the fish into the beaten egg, then dredge it in the flour mixture until fully coated.
Frying the Fish
- 6
Heat the Oil
In a deep skillet or frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 7
Fry the Fish
Carefully place the coated fish fillet into the hot oil. Fry for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- 8
Drain Excess Oil
Once cooked, remove the fish from the oil and place it on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Serving
- 9
Serve the Fried Fish
Serve the fried fish hot, garnished with lemon wedges if desired. Enjoy!
