Simple Pan-Fried Fish

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this Simple Pan-Fried Fish recipe—a quick, flavorful, and foolproof way to enjoy perfectly golden, crispy fish fillets in just 20 minutes! Featuring tender white fish like tilapia or cod, lightly seasoned with paprika, salt, and pepper, and coated in a delicate flour crust, this dish achieves the perfect balance of texture and flavor. Cooked to perfection in a blend of butter and olive oil, the fillets are irresistibly crisp on the outside while staying moist and flaky inside. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and a bright squeeze of lemon, this easy pan-fried fish makes a versatile entrée that pairs wonderfully with roasted vegetables, a crisp salad, or fluffy rice. Perfect for busy nights or elegant entertaining, this quick fish recipe will become your go-to seafood favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces white fish fillets (such as tilapia or cod)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 0.75 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 whole lemon (cut into wedges)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)

Directions

Step 1

Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix together the salt, black pepper, and paprika.

Step 3

Season both sides of each fish fillet evenly with the spice mixture.

Step 4

Place the all-purpose flour on a large plate and dredge each fillet on both sides to coat completely. Shake off excess flour.

Step 5

Heat the butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until the butter is melted and the mixture is hot.

Step 6

Add the fish fillets to the skillet, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Cook in batches if necessary.

Step 7

Fry the fish for about 3-4 minutes on one side, until golden brown and crisp. Flip them gently and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes on the other side.

Step 8

Once cooked through and crispy, remove the fish from the skillet and transfer to a serving plate lined with a paper towel to drain excess oil.

Step 9

Serve the fish hot, garnished with chopped parsley and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Serve additional lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(591.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1185.2

Total Fat 59.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 290mg	0%
Sodium 2596.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 73.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.2g	0%
Total Sugars 1.2g
Protein 93.6g	0%

Vitamin D 464IU	0%
Calcium 95.5mg	0%
Iron 6.8mg	0%
Potassium 1791.0mg	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: 44.4%

Protein: 31.2%

Carbs: 24.4%