Feed a family, feed a crowd, feed your soul with this southern fried whiting fish. This southern classic is never a disappointment in my home.
As you all know I am always pressed for time. When all fails, fried fish or salmon is what I often gravitate towards to feed my active family. Poor babies wake up so early and are often very tired or hungry from a long day of school.
What I like about whiting fish is that it’s really inexpensive. I often pick up a couple bags from Walmart for less than $7.00. It pairs well macaroni and cheese, rice, or simply as a sandwich.
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Why this southern fried whiting fish recipe works?
What I like about whiting fish is that it’s really inexpensive. I often pick up a couple bags from Walmart for less than $7.00. It pairs well macaroni and cheese, rice, collard greens, or simply as a sandwich.
So just in case you are wondering, this recipe works for many reasons: it is extremely easy to prepare. It is gluten-free. It is incredibly delicious. It fries well in minutes. The fish (uncooked) is easy to thaw if frozen. It is enjoyed by everyone in the family. It is a crowd pleaser. Great for outdoor or indoor gatherings. It is inexpensive to serve at a large gathering. Compliments most food items.
How do you make southern fried whiting fish?
The method is very easy. You can pan fry whiting or use a deep fryer. I honestly prefer to use a skillet because of the fish fries within 10 minutes total. It is not hard to cook. No reason to bring out the deep fryer. Plus it will take less time to cook the fish than the amount of time it will take you to wash and put away the deep fryer.
The ingredients I used to make the fried whiting fish are – cornmeal, cayenne pepper, 1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour, salt and pepper to taste, dried basil, garlic powder, and vegetable oil for frying.
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Pan Fried Whiting Fish
Ingredients
- 1 pk. Whiting fish
- 1 cup Cornmeal
- cayenne pepper
- 1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp. dried basil
- ½ garlic powder
- vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
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Wash and lightly season the fish with salt and pepper. Set aside.
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In a medium bowl, combine the cornmeal, cayenne pepper, gluten-free all-purpose flour, dried basil, and garlic powder.
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Coat each fish one by one and set aside on a plate. Then fry the fish in small batches for 5 minutes per side. Repeat the steps with the remaining fish. Serve warm!
Recipe Notes
Carl Schultz
Whiting is similar to Pollack ( a mild or flavorless fish found in the Bering Sea and other oceans)
Pam
My kids love this type of meal, I can’t wait to try your recipe. Looks great!
MDesir
Thank you!
Leslie
My mouth is watering! I love southern fried as opposed to battered. Your side selections are spot on. I could get into a good southern meal!
MDesir
Thank you very much, Leslie!
Elaina
I’ve never had whiting before, but this is similar to how my family fries fresh caught catfish. Super yummy!
MDesir
You will like it. It is a flakier fish. It does not work well in stews as it will crumble apart. The technique is similar to when frying catfish.
Hope
I love how quick and easy this is to cook! It looks very tasty!
ChihYu Smith
I love pan fried fish! They are the best !
Tina
This looks so good. I lived in Texas and love Southern food. I have to try this soon! Any tips on how to fry on the skillet?
STACEY CRAWFORD
What a great, healthier alternative to fried fish! delicious!
Cathy
Not being from the South, I’ve never tried whiting, but this looks like the recipe to use when I’m down there!
Anya
Oh my! Those flakes are the best and that crust is amazing!
MDesir
Thank you, Anya!
Raia Todd
I love pan-fried fish! This looks so delicious!
MDesir
Thank you, Raia!
Cheese Curd In Paradise
I have never heard the term whiting fish before. I am from the midwest and we say white fish, and I wonder if it is the same thing. Either way, the fish looks great and I love when I find regional variations in ingredients!
MDesir
Hmm! You just gave me some research to do. I wonder if it is called the same thing as well. I will have to look this up. Thank you!
Renee D Kohley
My kiddos adore crispy fish – i love your simple breading/seasoning – they will love that!
MDesir
My kiddos love it too when I make it. I think it is because they can easily have it with their favorite dish. Thank you!