This easy recipe uses crushed pretzels to create a crunchy, savory crust on flaky white fish, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
10 min prep
12 min cook
4 servings
380 kcal/serving
Ingredients
4 (6-ounce) white fish fillets (such as cod or tilapia)
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs, beaten
1 1/2 cups finely crushed pretzels
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Set up a breading station: place flour in a shallow dish, beaten eggs in another, and combine crushed pretzels, garlic powder, and pepper in a third dish.
Pat fish fillets dry with paper towels. Dredge each fillet in flour, shaking off excess, then dip in egg, and finally coat with pretzel mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
Heat oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add fish and cook until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side.
Transfer skillet to oven and bake until fish is cooked through and flakes easily, 6-8 minutes. Serve immediately.
Tips
Use salted pretzels for extra flavor; adjust salt in coating if needed.
Serve with lemon wedges and tartar sauce or a side salad.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; reheat in a 350°F oven to maintain crispness.