Best Fried Walleye
This fried walleye recipe gently fries seasoned walleye fillets with a crispy cracker coating to retain the naturally delicious flavor of the fish.
Instructions
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{'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Gather the ingredients.'}
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{'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Check walleye fillets to ensure all bones and skin have been removed. Cut fillets into manageable pieces, if necessary.'}
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{'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Combine flour, garlic powder, pepper, and salt in a shallow bowl. Place beaten eggs in a separate shallow bowl. Place cracker crumbs onto a plate.'}
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{'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Heat oil in a deep fryer or large cast iron skillet to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).'}
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{'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'Dip fillets into flour mixture, then dip in beaten egg, and then coat evenly with cracker crumbs; set fillets aside on a plate.'}
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{'id': 'step_5', 'step': 6, 'text': 'Carefully lower 2 fillets into hot oil using tongs; cook until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate; repeat with remaining fillets. Serve with lemon wedges.'}
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (4 servings total)