Walleye Recipe

Crispy Fried Walleye Fingers with Sweet Chili Sauce

Walleye strips coated in seasoned flour, egg, and panko breadcrumbs, fried golden in a skillet, and served with a cilantro sweet chili dipping sauce.

Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
10 min
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
Crispy fried walleye fingers with sweet chili dipping sauce — golden panko-breaded walleye strips on a plate

Instructions

  1. 1
    Make the flour mixture

    In a shallow bowl, combine flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.

  2. 2
    Beat the eggs

    In another shallow bowl, beat the eggs.

  3. 3
    Prepare the breadcrumbs

    In a third shallow bowl, place the panko breadcrumbs.

  4. 4
    Coat the walleye

    Dip each walleye strip in the flour mixture, then in the egg mixture, and finally in the breadcrumbs, pressing the breadcrumbs onto the fish to coat well.

  5. 5
    Heat the oil

    Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

  6. 6
    Fry until golden

    Fry the fish strips until golden brown and crispy, about 2–3 minutes per side.

  7. 7
    Drain

    Drain the fish strips on a paper towel-lined plate.

  8. 8
    Make the sauce and serve

    In a small bowl, mix sweet chili sauce and chopped cilantro. Serve the walleye fingers hot with sweet chili sauce on the side for dipping.

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Drink Pairing

A crisp and refreshing white wine, such as a Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio, pairs well with the sweet and spicy flavors of the dish.

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