TILAPIA IN A POTATO CRUST

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This was posted for the Zaar World Tour 2006. Fish and potatoes are two of the staples of Scandinavian cooking. The crust keeps the fish nice and moist.

Provided by -Sylvie-

Categories     Tilapia

Time 27m

Yield 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 lb tilapia fillet, rinsed and dried
2 tablespoons lemon juice, fresh
1 1/2 lbs potatoes, peeled and grated
nutmeg, freshly grated, to taste
3 egg yolks
3 tablespoons flour
oil (for frying)

Steps:

  • Season the tilapia filets with salt and pepper and sprinkle with lemon juice.
  • Place the grated potatoes into a cheese cloth or clean tea towel, fold all corners together and twist the top to squeeze out as much of the moisture as possible.
  • Season the grated potatoes with salt, pepper and nutmeg.
  • Add the egg yolks.
  • Coat the fish filets with flour, making sure that any excess flour is shaken of.
  • Cover both sides of the filets with the poato mix, pressing it on lightly.
  • In a large non stick skillet heat some oil.
  • Fry the fish filet on one side until the potato crust is golden brown, then turn over and fry the other side until evely golden.
  • You might have to use two skillets or do this in batches, don't overload the skillet.
  • Serve with a fresh salad on the side for a wonderful meal.

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