Crispy Fried Fish Tartar (Printable)

Golden fried fish fillets paired with a zesty tartar sauce for a classic, comforting meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fish and Breading

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# How to Make It:

01 - Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and black pepper, ensuring even coverage.

02 - Arrange three shallow bowls: place flour in the first bowl, beat eggs with milk in the second bowl, and place breadcrumbs in the third bowl.

03 - Dredge each fillet in flour, shaking off excess. Dip into the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off, then press firmly into breadcrumbs to coat thoroughly on all sides.

04 - Pour approximately 1/2 inch of vegetable oil into a large skillet. Heat over medium-high heat until the oil shimmers and reaches 350°F.

05 - Fry fish fillets in batches, cooking for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a wire rack or paper towels to drain excess oil.

06 - Combine mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, chopped pickles, capers, lemon juice, and parsley in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper, mix thoroughly, and refrigerate until serving.

07 - Plate the fried fish immediately while hot, accompanied by chilled tartar sauce. Add lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the fish.

# Expert Advice:

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The homemade tartar sauce puts anything store-bought to shame and comes together in minutes
Perfect for feeding a crowd without spending hours in the kitchen

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Don't overcrowd the pan or the oil temperature will drop and you'll end up with soggy fish
Let the fried fish rest on a wire rack, not paper towels, so steam can escape and the coating stays crispy

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Pat the fish extremely dry before breading or the coating won't stick properly
Let the breaded fish rest for 10 minutes before frying so the coating sets

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