Panko Crusted Oven Fried Rockfish Fillets

Step 1

Place a large oven safe skillet into the oven and preheat to 425 degrees.

Step 2

In a large bowl combine together the the flour, salt and pepper. Stir then pour onto a large plate.

Step 3

In the same bowl combine together the panko, seasoning blend, and parmesan cheese. Stir then pour onto a large plate.

Step 4

Wipe out the bowl, then use it again to whisk together the egg and milk.

Step 5

Check the fish fillets for any bones and remove as necessary. Slice fish in half if necessary.***

Step 6

Dredge first first in the flour, shaking off any excess.

Step 7

Dip fish into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off.

Step 8

Coat fish in the panko mixture, shaking off any excess. Place on a clean plate and allow to rest 1 - 2 minutes so the panko can adhere.

Step 9

When the oven is preheated, add the 2 tablespoons of oil to the hot pan. Allow to heat 1 minute. Carefully add fish fillets to the hot oil.

Step 10

Cook for 3 - 4 minutes, then carefully flip over.

Step 11

Cook an additional 3 - 4 minutes, then check with a meat thermometer for an internal temperature of at least 140 degrees.

Step 12

While fish cook, set up a cooling rack over a couple layers of paper towels.

Step 13

Remove fish from the pan and place on the cooling rack. Allow to drain 3 - 5 minutes prior to serving.