Sesame Crusted Yellowtail

Elevate your seafood game with this stunning Sesame Crusted Yellowtail recipe, a fusion of bold flavor and elegant presentation that's ready in just 25 minutes! Succulent yellowtail fillets are coated in a crunchy combination of black and white sesame seeds, offering a gorgeous contrast of color and nutty taste. The fillets are pan-seared to golden perfection, locking in moisture while achieving a delightful crispy exterior. A quick seasoning with salt and pepper enhances the fish's natural flavor, while lemon wedges add a zesty finish. Serve with a side of soy sauce for dipping for an irresistible umami kick. Perfect for a sophisticated dinner or a quick weeknight treat, this dish combines ease of preparation with restaurant-quality results.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (6 oz each) Yellowtail fillets
• 2 tablespoons Black sesame seeds
• 2 tablespoons White sesame seeds
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 Egg
• 1 tablespoon Water
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil (for frying)
• 4 (for serving) Lemon wedges
• 0.25 cup Soy sauce (optional, for dipping)

Directions

Step 1

Pat the yellowtail fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides evenly with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

In a shallow dish, combine the black and white sesame seeds.

Step 3

Place the flour in a separate shallow dish.

Step 4

In another dish, whisk together the egg and water until well combined.

Step 5

Dredge each yellowtail fillet in the flour, shaking off any excess.

Step 6

Dip the floured fillet into the egg mixture, allowing the excess to drip off.

Step 7

Press the fillet into the sesame seed mixture, ensuring an even coating on both sides.

Step 8

Heat the vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.

Step 9

Once the oil is shimmering, carefully lay the sesame-crusted fillets into the pan. Cook for 3-4 minutes on one side or until golden brown and crispy.

Step 10

Flip the fillets gently and cook for another 3-4 minutes on the second side, until the fish is cooked through.

Step 11

Remove the fillets from the skillet and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.

Step 12

Serve the sesame-crusted yellowtail immediately with lemon wedges for squeezing over the top and soy sauce on the side for dipping, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(369.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	850.6

Total Fat 58.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g
Cholesterol 252.7mg	0%
Sodium 6134.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 38.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.8g	0%
Total Sugars 0.9g
Protein 45.5g	0%

Vitamin D 274.8IU	0%
Calcium 406.2mg	0%
Iron 8.7mg	0%
Potassium 717.4mg	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: 60.8%

Protein: 21.2%

Carbs: 18.0%