Ocean Perch is a wonderful fish with a delicate flavor and a moderately firm texture. The meat is lean, flaky, and perfect for frying.
Serves 4
For Fish:
1 pound ocean perch fillets
1 egg
1/2 cup butter, melted
2/3 cup panko
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
2 tablespoons olive oil
For Salad:
The amounts of the ingredients for this are all based on preference and how much salad you want to make.
spinach
kale
sliced cucumber
salted sunflower seeds
crispy red peppers [x] or croutons
caesar dressing homemade or store bought
olive oil
salt and pepper to taste
1. break egg into a shallow dish add butter and beat.
2. In a separate shallow bowl, combine panko, parmesan cheese, basil, oregano, salt, and garlic powder.
3. Dip perch fillets into melted butter and press into the panko mixture to coat.
4. Heat oil over medium-high heat in a large frying pan.
5. Fry fillets for 4 minutes on each side or until fish is opaque on the inside and flakes easily with a fork.
6. In a large bowl combine the first five salad ingredients.
7. Top with desired amount caesar dressing, extra olive oil, salt and pepper and mix.
8. Top with fish and serve
