Breaded Pan-Fried Salmon

This fried salmon is absolutely delicioso; I love this recipe! These breaded pan-fried salmon fillets are best served with steamed rice and spring mix salad, or broccoli florets and mashed potatoes, or on a toasted roll for a sandwich.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 35 mins
• Calories: 380 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• 3 large eggs
• 1 ½ cups cornmeal
• ½ teaspoon ground white pepper
• 1 tablespoon seasoned salt
• 1 tablespoon kosher salt
• ⅓ cup vegetable oil for frying
• ½ tablespoon lemon pepper
• 6 salmon fillets

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat oil in a cast iron skillet to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2

Whisk together cornmeal, flour, seasoned salt, kosher salt, lemon pepper, and white pepper in a medium bowl.

Step 3

Beat eggs in a separate bowl for 10 seconds.

Step 4

Working one at a time, dip salmon into beaten eggs to coat completely. Dredge salmon in cornmeal mixture to cover completely. Shake off excess.

Step 5

Working in batches, fry salmon in hot oil, flipping halfway, until a golden brown crust forms, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.