Fried Yellow Croaker
A whole yellow croaker, crisply fried until golden, served with fresh lemon wedges. Simple, flavorful, and perfect for a weeknight dinner.
- Total time
- 30 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 350
- Protein
- 30g
Ingredients
- 1 whole (about 1 lb) yellow croaker
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 whole lemon
Instructions
- 1
Pat the 1 whole yellow croaker dry with paper towels. Score both sides with shallow diagonal cuts, then rub with 1 tsp salt inside and out. Let sit for 10 minutes.
- 2
Dredge the fish in 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, shaking off excess. The fish should be lightly coated, not clumpy.
- 3
Heat 1/2 cup vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 2 minutes. The oil should sizzle when a pinch of flour is added.
- 4
Carefully place the fish in the hot oil. Fry until the bottom is golden and crisp, about 4-5 minutes. Use a spatula to gently lift and check the color.
- 5
Flip the fish and fry the other side until golden and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes. The flesh should flake easily with a fork.
- 6
Transfer the fish to a plate lined with paper towels to drain. Serve hot with lemon wedges from the 1 lemon.
Tools you’ll need
- Large skillet
- Paper towels
- Tongs or spatula
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