Pan Fried Walleye
Pan Fried Walleye – light, crispy golden breading with tender, flaky white fish inside. Quick and easy any night recipe.
Servings: 4
Calories:
Equipment
- large skillet with higher sides
Ingredients
- 1 - 1 1/2 pounds walleye fillets
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil may need more depending on size of skillet
Homemade Tartar Sauce
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2-3 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh dill
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice or more to taste
- pinch black pepper
Instructions
- Cut the fish into a few pieces so they fit easily in to the skillet. Season evenly with the 1/2 teaspoon of salt then set aside.
- Whisk the egg and milk together in a shallow bowl.
- In a second bowl, combine bread crumbs, flour and Old Bay seasoning..
- Working one at a time, dip the walleye fillets into the egg mixture then dredge in the flour mixture, pressing it gently into the fish.
- Once the fish is breaded add oil to a large skillet with deeper sides. You want enough oil so that it’ll come about halfway up the sides of the fish. Heat oil over medium heat to 350-375°.
- Carefully add the fish to the hot oil flesh side down.
- Cook fish 3-4 minutes (cooking time will vary with the size of each piece) then turn and cook the second side 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Remove fish from the skillet to a paper towel lined plate to absorb any excess oil. Serve right away.
Homemade Tartar Sauce
- Add all ingredients to a small bowl. Blend well and refrigerate until ready to eat.
Notes
Try this breading and cooking method with other mild white fish like cod or tilapia.