Lemon-Batter Fish
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My husband ranks this recipe as one of his favorites. A lot of fishing takes place in our area, which makes this a good choice for a regional recipe.
SERVINGS: 5
CATEGORY: Main Dish
METHOD: Other stovetop
TIME: Prep/Total Time: 25 min.
Ingredients:
- 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour, divided
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 1 egg, beaten
- 2/3 cup water
- 2/3 cup lemon juice, divided
- 2 pounds perch fillets or walleye fillets, cut into bite size pieces
- Oil for frying
- Lemon wedges, optional
Directions:
In a shallow bowl, combine 1 cup flour, baking powder, salt and sugar; set aside. Combine the egg, water and 1/3 cup lemon juice; stir into dry ingredients until smooth.
In separate shallow bowls, place remaining lemon juice and remaining flour. Dip fillets in lemon juice, then flour and coat with the batter.
Heat 1 in. of oil in a skillet. Fry fish, a few at a time, over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes on each side or until the fish flakes easily with a fork. Drain on paper towels. Garnish with lemon if desired. Yield: 5 servings.