Pan-Fried John Dory

Crispy pan-fried John Dory fillets coated in seasoned breadcrumbs and flour, served with fresh lemon wedges. This classic preparation yields golden-brown fish that's tender on the inside and perfectly crispy on the outside.

4 servings
25 min

Ingredients

  • 2 whole large eggs
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 cup all purpose flour
  • cups fresh breadcrumbs
  • 4 fillets skinless John Dory fillets
  • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 whole lemon

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Preheat oven to 250°F. Whisk eggs with 3/4 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in shallow dish. Place flour on plate. Place breadcrumbs on another plate. Dredge fish in flour; shake off excess. Dip fish into seasoned eggs, then coat completely with breadcrumbs. Transfer to baking sheet.

    10 min

  2. 2.

    Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 fillets and cook until coating is golden brown and fillets are opaque in center, about 3 minutes per side. Using 2 spatulas, transfer to rimmed baking sheet; keep warm in oven. Repeat with remaining fillets. Transfer fish to platter. Garnish with lemon wedges and serve.

    15 min