Perch fry

[aarons23]

Decided to do a fish fry for the family tonight.  Fish of choice is lake perch....need some suggestions on the best way to batter and deep fry.  BigG...Rammy?

[Handles II]

Perch = awesome

I like to dredge my fish in an egg wash then use a 50/50 mix of Italian Seasoned Bread Crumbs (they come in a can) and smooshed townhouse or ritz crackers (the kids like doing this part). pan fry with a small amount of canola oil until browned. If I don't have an ingredient, I find something in the cupboard that will work.

Have a great meal.

[bigG]

Nice. I agree on the Ritz , or whatever, crackers. You can also pulverize those in a spice grinder and incorporate in the flowers. I like black pepper in my flour. Cayenne if you know it's the right crowd. Here in milk country they think yogurt is too spicy. So, yeah , black pepper is just fine.

I might do the same but use a deep fryer. They'll float when ready; just don't let them float for long. Don't want 'em saturated with oil.

One little tid bit. If you thawed them, let them thaw slowly, pat them with a clean towel (dry them)and the egg, flour will stick much better. One little step that can make a big difference.

[aarons23]

Thanks guys....just getting ready to fry.....used 1 cup flower 1 cup planko, little baking powder, garlic salt, pepper, salt, bubba humps sea food spice, 3/4 cup water. And 3/4 cup milk.  Mixed till smooth.....hope it works.

Made crab Rangoon first....mmmmmm.  Good !    And they are easy to make.

[bigG]

I have a niece who makes it so well. Just her thing. MMmmmmm.

[imnofish]

I like the flour, egg, cracker crumb method.  Let the pre-breaded fillets cure in the fridge for an hour or so, before cooking.  It helps keep the breading from crumbling off.