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

This pan fried whiting fish is a southern classic that is never a disappointment. This recipe works for many reasons: it is extremely easy to prepare. It is gluten-free. It is incredibly delicious. And fries well in minutes.

Course Main Dish

Cuisine American, Haitian

Keyword Fried Fish, Fried Whiting, Fried Whiting Fish, Whiting Fish

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes

Total Time 20 minutes

Servings 6 People

Calories 161 kcal

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

1. Wash and lightly season the fish with salt and pepper. Set aside.

2. In a medium bowl, combine the cornmeal, cayenne pepper, gluten-free all-purpose flour, dried basil, and garlic powder.

3. 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

Nutrition Facts

Pan Fried Whiting Fish

Amount Per Serving (6 People)

Calories 161 Calories from Fat 9

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 1g 2%

Cholesterol 13mg 4%

Sodium 62mg 3%

Potassium 28mg 1%

Total Carbohydrates 33g 11%

Dietary Fiber 1g 4%

Sugars 1g

Protein 6g 12%

Vitamin A 8%

Vitamin C 1%

Calcium 2%

Iron 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.