Fried Fish | FoodieAtlas

Ingredients

4 whole fish (tilapia, snapper, or any preferred fish), cleaned and scaled
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cornmeal
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
Vegetable oil, for frying
Lemon wedges, for serving
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Prepare the Fish

Rinse the fish under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.

Make a few diagonal cuts on each side of the fish to help with even cooking.

Prepare the Coating

In a shallow dish, combine the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, paprika, ground coriander, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using).

Coat the Fish

Dredge each fish in the flour mixture, ensuring it is evenly coated on all sides.

Heat the Oil

In a large skillet or frying pan, heat about 1/2 inch of vegetable oil over medium heat.

Fry the Fish

Once the oil is hot, carefully add the fish to the skillet. Fry the fish for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C).

Drain and Serve

Remove the fish from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.