Best Ever Crispy Fish Fillet Egyptian Recipe

fish fillets

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned fish

Tofu offers a plant-based option, while canned fish is budget-friendly.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: panko

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Panko adds extra crunch, while crushed crackers are often less expensive.

oil for frying

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is usually cheaper.

paprika

🥗Healthier: smoked paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Smoked paprika enhances flavor without added calories, while cayenne is often less costly.

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

Season fish fillets with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice.

Prepare three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten egg, and one with bread crumbs mixed with paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.

Dredge each fish fillet in flour, shaking off excess.

Dip the floured fillet into the beaten egg, allowing excess to drip off.

Coat the fillet in the seasoned bread crumbs, pressing gently to adhere.

Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Carefully add the breaded fish fillets to the hot oil in batches, avoiding overcrowding.

Fry the fillets until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Remove the fillets and drain on paper towels to absorb excess oil.

Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

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