Mandez's Fried Fish recipe served on a plate, by Mandez's Seafood Bar & Grill
Jul 14 2026
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Mandez's Fried Fish Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Make Mandez's Fried Fish Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Fried Fish Components

Method

Cooking Instructions

1

Prepare the Fish

Rinse the fish fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Season both sides of the fillets with salt and black pepper.

2

Prepare the Breading

In a large bowl, mix together the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, paprika, and garlic powder. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until well combined.

3

Heat the Oil

In a large, deep skillet or frying pan, pour in the vegetable oil and heat it over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

4

Coat the Fish

Dip each fish fillet into the egg and milk mixture, allowing any excess to drip off. Then, dredge the fillet in the flour and cornmeal mixture, ensuring that it is well coated on all sides.

5

Fry the Fish

Carefully place the coated fillets into the hot oil, a few at a time, without overcrowding the pan. Fry for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Use a slotted spoon to remove the fish from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

6

Serve

Serve the fried fish hot, garnished with lemon wedges for squeezing over the top.

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