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southern fried whiting fish on a tray with lemon wedges
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Southern Fried Whiting Fish

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Southern Fried Whiting Fish —tender whiting fillets pan-fried until crisp and seasoned with a blend of dill, lemon pepper, and garlic.
Prep Time:15 mins
Cook Time:8 mins
Total Time:23 mins

Ingredients

  • 2 lb whiting fillets 6-8 fillets
  • 1 1/3 c all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp lemon pepper
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp dried dill
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • canola oil for frying

Instructions

  • In a small bowl blend together lemon pepper, salt, dried dill, garlic powder, and black pepper. Pat the whiting fillets dry with a paper towel. Sprinkle the fillets with a third of the seasoning. Mix the remaining spice into the flour.
  • Dredge the seasoned fish in the seasoned flour and set it on a tray to rest while the oil heats.
  • Heat about 1 1/2 to 2 cups of canola oil in a cast-iron skillet to 325 degrees. Pan-fry the fish on both sides until golden and crispy. Adjust the temperature to maintain 325 as needed. Drain the fish on paper towels or a wire rack. Serve hot with lemon wedges and Erik’s Remoulade Sauce!

Nutrition

Calories: 362kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 46g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 152mg | Sodium: 747mg | Potassium: 632mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Iron: 3mg
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: fish, seafood
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 362kcal
Author: Ty