Crispy Pan-Fried Battered Pangasius

In the best and easiest fish batter! This dish can be varied and enriched with various side dishes, salads and gravies. Pangasius in batter in a frying pan turns out amazingly tender, airy and very tasty. Serve it with fresh vegetables and herbs. Youʼll like it!
cook time: 1h 15 min
Liam Carson
Crispy Pan-Fried Battered Pangasius

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

203
Calories
16g
Fat
4g
Carbs
10g
Protein

Ingredients (2 portions)

Basic:

Salt to taste
Ground black pepper to taste
Wheat flour (or a little more) 3 tbsp
Milk 100 ml
Eggs 1 pc
Vegetable oil (for frying) 100 ml
Dry spices (seasoning for fish) to taste
Pangasius (fillet) 400 g
Lemons 0.5 pc
Garlic powder to taste

Recipe instructions

Step 1

Step 1
How to fry pangasius in batter? First, remove the fish from the freezer and prepare all other ingredients.

Step 2

Step 2
Thaw the fish fillets at room temperature, pat the fish with paper towels to remove excess moisture.

Step 3

Step 3
Cut the pangasius into portions, about 3-4 centimeters wide.

Step 4

Step 4
Sprinkle each piece with salt, ground black or allspice, and fish seasoning. Sprinkle with freshly squeezed lemon juice.

Step 5

Step 5
Turn the pieces over and do the same for the other side. Leave the pangasius to marinate for 10-20 minutes.

Step 6

Step 6
At this time, prepare the batter. Wash the egg thoroughly. Take a deep plate or bowl, pour milk and beat an egg into it. Add some garlic powder, ground pepper and salt (adjust the amount to your liking). Using a whisk, stir everything until smooth.

Step 7

Step 7
Gradually add the sifted flour to the egg-milk mixture, stirring constantly with a whisk to prevent lumps from forming. You may need a little more or less flour than stated in the recipe. The batter should have a consistency similar to sour cream.

Step 8

Step 8
Dip each piece into thick batter on both sides.

Step 9

Step 9
Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan and fry the fish. Cook each side until a delicious golden brown crust appears. Keep the heat to medium-medium; there is no need to cover the pan with a lid.

Step 10

Step 10
Place the finished fish on paper towels to remove excess oil.

Step 11

Step 11
Pangasius in batter is ready! Serve immediately.

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