Crispy Fish With Dipping Sauce (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the Fish
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2 pounds tilapia fillets (or cod/haddock)
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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3 large eggs, beaten
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2 cups panko breadcrumbs
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Salt and ground black pepper, to taste
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Olive oil for frying
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1 lemon, cut into wedges for serving
→ For the Lemon-Garlic Mayo
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1 cup good-quality mayonnaise (like Hellmann's or Duke's)
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1 clove garlic, minced
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2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
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Salt and pepper to taste
# Instructions:
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Cut tilapia fillets into finger-sized portions. For thicker pieces, cut diagonally to make them appear longer.
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Arrange three shallow bowls: flour in first, beaten eggs in second, and panko breadcrumbs in third.
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Coat each piece in flour, then egg, and finally panko. Place on a foil-lined baking sheet and season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate until ready to cook.
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Heat olive oil in a large non-stick pan over medium heat. Cook fish in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
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Mix mayonnaise with minced garlic and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
# Notes:
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Can be prepped several hours ahead and kept refrigerated until cooking
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Perfect for making ahead and freezing for quick meals
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Great for both family dinners and casual entertaining