Walleye Recipe
Golden, crispy pan-fried walleye with a delicate, flaky interior—simple, delicious, and perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
- 4 fresh walleye fillets
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup cornmeal
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika optional
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 lemon cut into wedges
- Fresh parsley or dill for garnish
Instructions
- ✅ Step 1: Prep Your Fillets
- Pat the walleye fillets dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
- ✅ Step 2: Make the Dredging Mixture
- In a shallow dish, mix flour, cornmeal, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- ✅ Step 3: Coat the Fish
- Dredge each fillet in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
- ✅ Step 4: Heat the Skillet
- In a large skillet, heat oil and butter over medium heat until shimmering.
- ✅ Step 5: Cook the Fillets
- Carefully place the fillets in the skillet. Cook for 4 minutes on one side until golden brown, then flip and cook for another 3–4 minutes.
- ✅ Step 6: Serve and Enjoy
- Transfer fillets to a plate, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve with lemon wedges.
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Notes
💡 Pro Tips & Variations
Extra Crunch? Add panko breadcrumbs to the dredging mixture.
Healthier Alternative? Try air-frying instead of pan-frying.
Zesty Twist? Marinate the fish in lemon juice and garlic for 15 minutes before cooking.
Serving Idea: Pair with roasted veggies, wild rice, or a fresh garden salad.
Extra Crunch? Add panko breadcrumbs to the dredging mixture.
Healthier Alternative? Try air-frying instead of pan-frying.
Zesty Twist? Marinate the fish in lemon juice and garlic for 15 minutes before cooking.
Serving Idea: Pair with roasted veggies, wild rice, or a fresh garden salad.