Perfectly Pan-Fried Fish

Perfectly Pan-Fried Fish

Ingredients:

• 2 fillets of white fish (such as cod, haddock, or tilapia)
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons butter
• Fresh lemon wedges, for serving
• Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Directions:

1. Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels. In a shallow dish, combine the flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
2. Dredge the fish fillets in the seasoned flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
3. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium-high heat.
4. Add the fish fillets to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
5. Remove the fish from the skillet and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
6. Serve the pan-fried fish hot with fresh lemon wedges and a sprinkle of chopped parsley.
   Tips:

• Make sure to pat the fish dry before dredging in the flour mixture to ensure a crispy crust.
• Do not overcrowd the skillet when cooking the fish, as this can cause it to steam instead of fry.
• To check if the fish is cooked through, use a fork to gently flake the fish. It should be opaque and flake easily.
  Prep time: 15 minutes
  Calories: 300 per serving (2 fillets)