Golden breaded fish fillets

The structure of fresh fish meat is very loose and fragile. Breading here not only flavours but offers physical protection: holding the slice together so it doesn't fall apart during frying. Serving with lemon is no accident: acidity counteracts the greasiness of the coating and the fish's natural fat, cleansing the taste buds.

🕒 Prep Time 15 mins
🍳 Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 25 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 350 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Hungarian

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • 3 plates for coating
  • Frying pan
  • Fish slice/turner

Allergen Information

⚠️ Gluten
⚠️ Eggs
⚠️ Fish

Instructions

1

Wipe the defrosted or fresh fish fillet dry. Season with salt and pepper.

Tip: Fish meat absorbs salt quickly, no need to rest it long.
2

Coat in the classic way: flour -> beaten egg -> breadcrumbs.

Tip: Do not press breadcrumbs on too hard so the coating remains airy.
3

Fry in medium hot oil for 3-4 minutes per side.

Tip: Fish protein coagulates (cooks) at low heat too, so it needs less time than meat. If you fry too long it dries out.
4

Drain the oil, and serve immediately with a lemon wedge.

Tip: Only squeeze the lemon on directly before eating, otherwise it softens the crispy coating.

Recipe FAQ

Which fish should I choose?
Sea fish fillet (cod, pollock) or freshwater (catfish, pike-perch) are perfect. The main thing is it should be boneless.
The fish fell apart in the pan.
You tried to turn it too soon. Wait until the coating on the bottom sets and releases from the pan.

Ingredients

  • 500 g Fish fillets
  • 100 g Flour
  • 2 whole Eggs
  • 150 g Breadcrumbs
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 0.5 tsp Pepper
  • 500 ml Oil
  • 1 whole Lemon