Jul 14 2026

Fried Walleye Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Crispy golden-brown fried walleye, seasoned to perfection and served with a side of tangy tartar sauce, embodies the taste of fresh waters in every bite.

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Ingredients

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Fried Walleye Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the batter

    In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, salt, pepper, and paprika.

  2. 2

    Prepare the egg wash

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

  3. 3

    Coat the fish

    Dip each walleye fillet into the egg wash, allowing excess to drip off, then dredge in the flour-cornmeal mixture until evenly coated.

  4. 4

    Heat the oil

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

  5. 5

    Fry the walleye

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

  6. 6

    Drain and serve

    Remove the fried walleye from the skillet and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve hot with lemon wedges.

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