Pan Fried Red Snapper with Panko Breadcrumbs
Crispy pan-fried red snapper with panko breadcrumbs is golden on the outside and tender inside. Fresh snapper fillets are coated in seasoned flour, egg, and panko, then pan-fried until crisp. Serve with lemon wedges, tartar sauce, or use the fish for tacos and sandwiches.
Ingredients
- 1 pound snapper fillets (red snapper, yellowtail, mangrove snapper, etc.)
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs, plus more if needed
- ½ cup vegetable oil for frying
- ¼ cup chopped parsley (optional garnish)
- lemon wedges and tartar sauce for serving
Instructions
- Whisk the flour with salt, pepper, paprika, onion powder, and garlic powder in a shallow bowl.
- Beat the eggs in a second shallow bowl.
- Place the panko breadcrumbs in a third shallow bowl or plate.
- Dredge each fish fillet in the flour mixture and shake off the extra.
- Dip the fish in the egg, then press it into the panko until coated on both sides.
- Heat ¼ inch of vegetable oil in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat until hot, but not smoking. Drop in a few panko crumbs. If they sizzle right away, the oil is ready.
- Add the fish without crowding the pan.
- Cook for 3 to 4 minutes on the first side. Flip and cook another 2 to 3 minutes, or until golden brown and the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Drain on paper towels.
- Serve hot with lemon wedges, tartar sauce, and parsley, if using.
Notes
Nutrition note: The recipe card includes the full amount of oil added to the pan, but some oil will remain in the skillet after frying. Actual calories and fat may be lower.
Storage: Store leftover fried snapper in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating: Reheat in a 325°F oven for 5 to 10 minutes, or in an air fryer for about 2 minutes, until hot and crisp. If you microwave, the crust will be soft.
Nutrition
Calories: 500.5kcalCarbohydrates: 24.3gProtein: 29.3gTotal Fat: 31.3gSaturated Fat: 5.2gCholesterol: 103.3mgSodium: 790.5mgPotassium: 582.5mgFiber: 1.5gSugar: 1.2g
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