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Fried Tilapia Basket Recipe

Inspired by Pier 88 Boiling Seafood & Bar Huntsville
Time30m
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Fried Tilapia Basket Ingredients

Method

Fried Tilapia Basket Directions

1

Prepare the Breading

In a shallow bowl, combine all-purpose flour, cornmeal, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Mix well.

2

Prepare the Egg Mixture

In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until well combined.

3

Bread the Fish

Dip each tilapia fillet first into the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off, then coat in the flour mixture, pressing lightly to adhere. Set aside on a plate.

4

Heat the Oil

In a large frying pan, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking.

5

Fry the Fish

Carefully add the breaded fillets to the hot oil, cooking in batches if necessary. Fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.

6

Serve

Serve the fried tilapia hot with lemon wedges and tartar sauce on the side.