Ingredients
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10 (4 ounce) fillets tilapia
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salt and ground black pepper to taste
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⅓ cup all-purpose flour
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1 cup buttermilk
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1 large egg
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½ cup all-purpose flour
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½ cup yellow cornmeal
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2 tablespoons seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay®)
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½ teaspoon baking powder
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½ teaspoon baking soda
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vegetable oil for frying
Directions
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Season fillets with salt and pepper. Dust fillets with 1/3 cup flour.
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Beat buttermilk and egg in a bowl until combined. Stir together 1/2 cup flour, cornmeal, seafood seasoning, baking powder, and baking soda in another bowl. Dip flour-dusted fillets into egg mixture, then into seasoned flour mixture.
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Heat oil over medium-high heat in a large frying pan or deep fryer to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
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Working in batches, fry fillets in hot oil until golden, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Season immediately with salt after frying.
Editor's Note:
Nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of breading ingredients. The actual amount of breading consumed will vary. We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and specific type of oil used.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 214 | Calories |
| 5g | Fat |
| 15g | Carbs |
| 26g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 10 | |
| Calories 214 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 5g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol 61mg | 20% |
| Sodium 513mg | 22% |
| Total Carbohydrate 15g | 5% |
| Dietary Fiber 1g | 3% |
| Total Sugars 1g | |
| Protein 26g | 52% |
| Vitamin C 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium 81mg | 6% |
| Iron 1mg | 6% |
| Potassium 532mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
