Easy Pan Fried Fish

close up of Pan fried fish in a large skillet with added slices of fresh lemon.

Crispy coated filet of white fish, seasoned with fish seasoning and sauteed until crisp and golden on the outside, perfectly soft and flaky in the center.

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Keyword pan fried fish

Prep Time 6

Cook Time 4

Total Time 10

Servings

Calories 320kcal

Author Tanya

Equipment

Large Skillet
Cutting Board
Sharp knife
Measuring spoons

Ingredients

2 white fish filets (about ½ lb) thin filets, patted dry
1 Tablespoon fish seasoning separated, or seasoning of your choice
2 Tablespoons all purpose flour
2 Tablespoons olive oil
sprinkle of lemon juice optional

Instructions

Lightly score the fish with a knife. Season both sides of the fish filets with 1 teaspoon of fish seasoning.
In a separate bowl, add all-purpose flour and the remaining fish seasoning. Lightly dust the filets with flour, shaking off any excess. Set aside on a wire rack for 5 minutes.
Meanwhile, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet. Add the fish to the skillet. Cook for about 2-4 minutes on each side, or until the fish is golden and flakes easily with a fork.
Remove the fish from the skillet and transfer to a serving plate.

Notes

To stop the fish from curling while pan frying, lightly score the fish with a knife. This will help the fish lay flat in the pan while cooking, without curling.
Feel free to use any seasoning you wish in place of the fish seasoning.
The cook time will depend on the thickness of the fish. Flip the fish when you see a golden-brown crust forming at the bottom edge of the fish.

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