Perfect Fried Walleye Recipe

Ingredients

• 4 walleye fillets
• 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 pinch salt
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 2 cups crushed saltine crackers
• vegetable oil for frying
• 1 lemon, cut into wedges

Instructions

1. Start by gathering all the necessary ingredients for this fried walleye recipe.
2. Inspect the walleye fillets, ensuring all bones and skin are removed for the best eating experience. Cut the fillets into smaller, manageable pieces if needed.
3. In a shallow bowl, mix together the flour, garlic powder, pepper, and salt. In a separate shallow bowl, place the beaten eggs. Spread the cracker crumbs evenly onto a plate for coating.
4. Heat the oil in a deep fryer or a large cast iron skillet to a precise temperature of 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
5. Dip each walleye fillet into the flour mixture, followed by the beaten egg, and then thoroughly coat with the cracker crumbs. Place the coated fillets on a clean plate to rest before frying.
6. Using tongs, carefully lower two walleye fillets into the hot oil. Fry until they achieve a beautiful golden brown color, approximately 3 minutes on each side. Transfer the cooked fillets to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Repeat this process with the remaining fillets and serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges.

Nutrition

• Calories: 592 kcal
• Fat Content: 31 g
• Fiber Content: 3 g
• Sugar Content: 1 g
• Sodium Content: 492 mg
• Protein Content: 39 g
• Cholesterol Content: 229 mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 40 g
• Saturated Fat Content: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g