Receita de filé de peixe crocante

Ingredientes

• 4 white fish fillets (about 6 oz each), flounder, cod, or tilapia
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan (optional)
• 1/3 cup neutral oil (vegetable or canola)
• 1 tablespoon butter
• Lemon wedges for serving

Modo de preparo

1. 1

   Pat the fish fillets completely dry with paper towels on both sides.

2. 2

   Season both sides of each fillet with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.

3. 3

   Set up three shallow bowls: flour in the first, beaten eggs in the second, panko mixed with parmesan in the third.

4. 4

   Dredge each fillet in flour and shake off excess, dip in egg and let the extra drip off, then press firmly into the panko mixture on both sides.

5. 5

   Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until a breadcrumb dropped in sizzles immediately.

6. 6

   Add fillets to the pan without crowding. Cook undisturbed for 3 to 4 minutes on the first side.

7. 7

   Flip each fillet gently with a wide spatula. Add butter to the pan. Cook another 3 to 4 minutes until golden and fish flakes easily.

8. 8

   Transfer to a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate. Squeeze fresh lemon over the top and serve immediately.