This is one of my favorite ways to prepare perch. Taco seasoning and cornmeal make the coating zesty and unique.
Southwestern Fried Perch
Southwestern Fried Perch
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
10 min
Yield
4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 envelope taco seasoning
- 1 pound lake perch fillets
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons canola oil
Directions
- Place taco seasoning in a large resealable bag; add perch fillets, one at a time, and shake to coat. In a shallow bowl, lightly beat the egg. Combine cornmeal and flour in another shallow bowl. Dip fillets in egg, then coat with cornmeal mixture. Place in a single layer on a plate; refrigerate for 15 minutes.
- In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Fry fillets for 2-3 minutes on each side or until fish flakes easily with a fork.
Nutrition Facts
3 piece: 326 calories, 13g fat (2g saturated fat), 155mg cholesterol, 705mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 1g fiber), 26g protein.
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