Jul 14 2026
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Fried Tilapia Basket (3 Pcs) Recipe

Inspired by Juicy Seafood Bowling Green
Time45m
Serves3

Make Fried Tilapia Basket (3 Pcs) Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Fish Preparation

Breading

Frying

Serving

Method

Fish Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Fish

    Rinse the tilapia fillets under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel.

  2. 2

    Marinate

    In a shallow dish, combine lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Add the tilapia fillets and coat them well. Let them marinate for about 15 minutes.

Breading

  1. 3

    Set Up Breading Station

    In three separate bowls, set up your breading station: one with all-purpose flour, one with a mixture of cornmeal, garlic powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper, and one with beaten eggs mixed with milk.

  2. 4

    Coat the Fish

    Take each marinated tilapia fillet and dredge it in the flour, shaking off any excess. Then, dip it into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off, and finally coat it in the cornmeal mixture, pressing gently to adhere.

Frying

  1. 5

    Heat the Oil

    In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). You can test the oil by dropping a small piece of bread into it; if it sizzles, the oil is ready.

  2. 6

    Fry the Fish

    Carefully add the breaded tilapia fillets to the hot oil, cooking in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to remove the fillets and drain them on paper towels.

Serving

  1. 7

    Serve

    Arrange the fried tilapia fillets on a plate with lemon wedges on the side. Serve with tartar sauce for dipping.

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