SOUTHWESTERN FRIED PERCH

Southwestern Fried Perch image

This is one of my favorite ways to prepare perch. Taco seasoning and cornmeal make the coating zesty and unique.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 envelope taco seasoning
1 pound lake perch fillets
1 egg
1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons canola oil

Steps:

Place taco seasoning in a large resealable bag; add perch fillets, one at a time, and shake to coat. In a shallow bowl, lightly beat the egg. Combine cornmeal and flour in another shallow bowl. Dip fillets in egg, then coat with cornmeal mixture. Place in a single layer on a plate; refrigerate for 15 minutes. , In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Fry fillets for 2-3 minutes on each side or until fish flakes easily with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 326 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 155mg cholesterol, Sodium 705mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 26g protein.