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Crispy Fish Fillet in Lemon Sauce

This easy fried fish recipe is from Chef John. The lemon sauce is the perfect compliment and great for dipping. You can choose a variety of fish such as flounder, cod, trout, snapper, etc.

Crispy Fish Fillet in Lemon Sauce
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Recipe
PRE TIME: 10 min
COOKING TIME: 10 min
TOTAL TIME: 20 min
2 SERVING
Ingredients:
  • 12 oz Rex Sole fish
  • 2 cup Corn Starch
  • 3 count Egg Yolk, Beaten
  • 2 cup Bread Crumb
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 pinch Black Pepper Pinch
  • 0.25 cup Fresh Squeezed Lemon Juice
  • 1 cup Water
  • 1 count Lemon, Cut Into 6 Wedges,
  • 0.5 tbsp Sugar
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tbsp Custard Powder
Directions:
Step 1
Step 1
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Cut fish into 2-3 inch pieces, sprinkle salt and pepper over fish.
Step 2
Step 2
2
Coat fish with Cornstarch, egg and bread crumb.
Step 3
Step 3
3
In a large skillet heat oil to 150-180 °C / 300-350 °F. Fry fish until golden in both sizes. Turn over fish pieces occasionally.
Step 4
Step 4
4
Making sauce: In a large skillet over medium heat, combine all ingredients for sauce, stir and simmer for 5 minute. Add flour or starch to thicken.
Step 5
Step 5
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Enjoy!
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