Sesame Crusted Fish
Elevate your seafood game with this Sesame Crusted Fish recipe—a quick and flavorful dish perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Tender fish fillets like salmon, cod, or tilapia are enrobed in a dazzling crust of white and black sesame seeds, creating a crunchy, nutty coating that beautifully complements the delicate fish. With a simple breading process using flour, beaten eggs, and the sesame seed blend, this recipe is easy to follow yet delivers gourmet results. Pan-fried until golden brown, the fish offers a delightful contrast of textures, while a squeeze of lemon adds a bright, citrusy finish. Ready in just 25 minutes and packed with visual appeal, this dish pairs beautifully with a fresh side salad or steamed rice, making it an irresistible addition to your table. Keywords: sesame crusted fish, pan-fried fish recipe, easy seafood dinner, sesame seed crust, quick fish recipe.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces Fish fillets (such as salmon, cod, or tilapia)
- 0.5 cup White sesame seeds
- 0.25 cup Black sesame seeds
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder (optional)
- 3 tablespoons Vegetable oil (or any neutral frying oil)
- 4 pieces Lemon wedges (for serving)
Directions
Step 1
Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels and sprinkle both sides with salt, black pepper, and optionally garlic powder.
Step 2
Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls. In the first bowl, place the all-purpose flour. In the second bowl, whisk the eggs until smooth. In the third bowl, mix the white and black sesame seeds together.
Step 3
Dredge each fish fillet in the flour, shaking off any excess. Then dip it into the beaten eggs, ensuring it’s fully coated. Finally, press the fillet into the sesame seed mixture, making sure the seeds coat both sides evenly.
Step 4
Heat the vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully place the sesame-crusted fish fillets in the skillet.
Step 5
Cook the fish for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the sesame crust is golden brown and the fish is cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C) if using an instant-read thermometer.
Step 6
Transfer the cooked fish to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
Step 7
Serve the sesame-crusted fish immediately with lemon wedges on the side for a burst of citrusy flavor.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (763.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2103.6 |
| Total Fat 150.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 28.1g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 624mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2752.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 76.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 3.8g | |
| Protein 124.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 1882IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1052.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 20.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2277.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories