Crispy Pan-Fried Fish with Superb Blend Breading Mix
For crispy pan-fried fish, pat the fillets dry, coat them in flour, dip in beaten egg, then press into Superb Blend® Seasoned Breading Mix. Fry in small batches until the coating is golden and the fish reaches an internal temperature of 145°F. This recipe works with walleye, cod or tilapia.
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Crispy Pan-Fried Fish Recipe
Serves: 4. Estimated prep: 20 minutes, including a 10-minute coating rest. Estimated cooking: 15 minutes in batches. Total: about 35 minutes. Cooking time varies with fillet thickness and pan size.
Ingredients
- 1.5–2 lb white fish fillets, such as walleye, cod or tilapia
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 2 cups Superb Blend Seasoned Breading Mix, plus more if needed
- Vegetable oil for pan-frying, enough for about ¼ inch in your skillet
- Salt and pepper, optional and to taste
- Lemon wedges and tartar sauce, for serving
1. Dry the fish
Pat fillets thoroughly dry with paper towels and cut into serving-size pieces if needed. Removing surface moisture helps the coating adhere. Because Superb Blend is seasoned, keep any additional salt and pepper light.
2. Set up three coating dishes
Place the flour, beaten eggs and Superb Blend in three separate shallow dishes. Keep a clean plate or rack nearby for the breaded fish.
3. Coat and rest
Dredge each fillet in flour and shake off the excess. Dip in egg, let the excess drip off, then press gently into Superb Blend to coat both sides. Rest the coated fillets on a rack for 10 minutes before frying. Discard leftover coating ingredients that have touched raw fish.
4. Heat the oil
Add about ¼ inch of vegetable oil to a large skillet and heat over medium-high heat until shimmering, not smoking. Carefully lower the fillets into the pan, leaving space between them. Work in batches rather than crowding the skillet.
5. Fry until golden and cooked through
Start checking after 3–4 minutes per side, adjusting the heat if the breading browns too quickly. Thickness affects cooking time: use a food thermometer to confirm the fish reaches 145°F in the thickest part. Let the crust set before turning the fillets gently.
6. Drain and serve
Transfer the fish to a clean wire rack and serve promptly with lemon and tartar sauce. A rack helps keep the underside from sitting in oil or steam.
How to Keep Fish Breading Crispy
- Start dry: pat away surface moisture before adding flour.
- Shake off excess: thin, even layers are easier to manage than heavy clumps.
- Leave room in the pan: small batches help the oil stay hot.
- Turn gently: let the coating set before moving the fish.
- Serve promptly: avoid stacking hot fillets, which traps steam.
Fish Breading Questions
What fish can I use for this recipe?
Walleye, cod and tilapia are good starting points. Choose pieces of similar thickness so they cook at a similar rate, and check doneness with a thermometer rather than relying on timing alone.
How do I keep breading from falling off fish?
Dry the fish first, shake off excess flour, allow excess egg to drip away and press the breading on gently. Rest the coated fish before frying and avoid repeatedly moving it in the pan.
Is Superb Blend a seasoned fish breading?
Yes. Superb Blend is a seasoned breading mix for chicken and fish. This recipe uses it as the final coating after flour and egg. Review the package ingredients and allergen information before cooking for anyone with dietary restrictions.
Where can I buy the breading used in this recipe?
Buy Superb Blend Seasoned Breading Mix from Kalmes Foods. The product page offers 5 lb bags in single-bag, two-bag and six-bag case options.
Bring Kalmes Family Tradition to Fish-Fry Night
Kalmes Foods carries forward Luxembourg roots and five generations of Iowa family food tradition, rooted in Kalmes Restaurant, founded in 1956 in St. Donatus, Iowa. Pair your fish with coleslaw, roasted potatoes or a fresh salad for a family-style meal.
Make Superb Blend your starting point for the next fish fry, then explore it as a coating for chicken, pork or vegetables.