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Fried Fish with Crispy Onion Topping

Golden fried fish fillets topped with sweet, crispy onions and fresh herbs. A simple, satisfying weeknight dinner that comes together in about 30 minutes.

Total time
30 min
Servings
4
Calories
420
Protein
35g
Fried Fish with Crispy Onion Topping
comfortingAmericanpescatarianfishcrispyflakyweeknightmain

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Slice the 2 onions into thin rings. Heat 1/4 cup of the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden and crispy, about 15 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.

  2. Step 2

    While onions cook, pat the 1.5 lb fish fillets dry. Season both sides with the 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.

  3. Step 3

    Place the 1/2 cup flour in a shallow dish. Beat the 2 eggs in another shallow dish. Dip each fish fillet in the flour, then the egg, coating evenly.

  4. Step 4

    In the same skillet, add the remaining 1/4 cup oil and heat over medium-high. Fry the fish in a single layer (work in batches if needed) until golden and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side. The fish should flake easily with a fork.

  5. Step 5

    Transfer the fried fish to a plate. Top with the crispy onions and sprinkle with the 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley. Serve hot.

Tools you’ll need

  • Large skillet
  • Slotted spoon
  • Shallow dishes
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

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