The Best Pan Fried Walleye
Serves 2
5 mins prep
10 mins cook
15 mins total
This pan-fried walleye is coated in parmesan cheese and the perfect mix of spices, then fried to perfection!
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Heat the oil: Pour approximately 1 cup vegetable oil into a skillet—just enough to cover about 1/3 of the thickness of the fillets (roughly 1 cup). Heat the oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F.
Prepare the fish: If your 2 walleye fillets still have skin, carefully remove it using a fillet knife or sharp kitchen knife. Pat each fillet dry on both sides with a paper towel. This helps the coating stick and ensures a crispier crust.
Set up the dredging stations: Beat the 1 egg in a wide, shallow dish. In a separate wide shallow dish, mix the 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup parmesan cheese (grated), 1/4 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, 1/4 tsp garlic powder, 1/4 tsp onion powder, and 1/4 tsp paprika.
Coat the fillets: Working one at a time, dip each fillet into the egg, making sure it’s fully coated. Let any excess egg drip off, then press both sides into the breadcrumb mixture to coat thoroughly.
Fry the fish: Carefully place the coated fillets into the hot oil. Fry for about 3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 145°F. Transfer the cooked fillets to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil. Repeat with any remaining fillets. Serve hot and enjoy!
