Easy Pan Fried Fish Fillets and Tartar Sauce

Crispy, golden, and bursting with flavor, this Easy Pan Fried Fish Fillets and Tartar Sauce recipe is perfect for a quick, wholesome dinner. Using white fish fillets like cod, tilapia, or haddock, the fillets are coated in a perfectly seasoned flour mixture featuring paprika and garlic powder before being pan-seared in a combination of butter and olive oil for a rich, savory crust. Paired with a creamy, homemade tartar sauce made with tangy pickles, zesty lemon juice, and optional capers, this dish strikes the perfect balance of crispiness and tanginess. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights or when you’re craving a classic seafood meal. Serve it with a side of fresh lemon wedges, and enjoy restaurant-quality fish at home! Keywords: pan fried fish, easy fish recipe, homemade tartar sauce, crispy fish fillets, quick seafood dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces white fish fillets (e.g., cod, tilapia, or haddock)
• 0.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoons paprika
• 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 cups mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons pickles (finely chopped)
• 1 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoons fresh parsley (finely chopped)
• 1 teaspoons capers (optional, finely chopped)
• 0.25 teaspoons salt (for tartar sauce)
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper (for tartar sauce)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the fish fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Set them aside.

Step 2

In a shallow dish, combine the flour, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Mix well.

Step 3

Dredge each fish fillet in the seasoned flour mixture, ensuring both sides are coated. Shake off any excess flour and place the fillets on a plate.

Step 4

Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the olive oil and butter to the pan, allowing the butter to melt and foam slightly.

Step 5

Carefully place the fish fillets in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the fillets are golden brown and cooked through. The fish should flake easily with a fork. Remove the cooked fillets and set them on a plate lined with paper towels to remove excess oil.

Step 6

For the tartar sauce, combine the mayonnaise, pickles, lemon juice, parsley, capers (if using), 1/4 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper in a small bowl. Mix until well combined.

Step 7

Taste the tartar sauce and adjust the seasoning, if necessary. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Step 8

Serve the pan-fried fish fillets warm with a generous spoonful of tartar sauce on the side. Garnish with lemon wedges, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(978.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2173.7

Total Fat 146.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 27.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 519.8mg	0%
Sodium 3960.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 75.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.4g	0%
Total Sugars 1.1g
Protein 143.5g	0%

Vitamin D 1360.8IU	0%
Calcium 179.5mg	0%
Iron 6.2mg	0%
Potassium 2238.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.1%

Protein: 26.2%

Carbs: 13.7%