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Crispy baked walleye served with sides

Crispy Baked Walleye Recipe: The Best Way to Enjoy Flaky Fish Without Frying


  • Author: Alissa
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

This Crispy Baked Walleye Recipe delivers flaky, flavorful fish with a golden, crunchy crust — no frying needed. It’s a healthier, oven-baked alternative that brings out the best in walleye fillets using simple pantry ingredients like Parmesan, breadcrumbs, and instant potato flakes.


Ingredients

Scale

2 eggs

1 tablespoon water

⅓ cup dry bread crumbs

⅓ cup instant mashed potato flakes

⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 teaspoon seasoned salt

4 (4 ounce) fillets walleye


Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C) and grease a baking sheet.

2. Beat eggs and water together in a bowl until smooth; set aside.

3. Combine bread crumbs, potato flakes, Parmesan cheese, and seasoned salt in another bowl.

4. Dip each walleye fillet into the egg mixture, then press into the breadcrumb mixture to coat well.

5. Place coated fillets on the prepared baking sheet.

6. Bake for 15–20 minutes until the fish flakes easily with a fork and is golden brown.

7. Serve immediately with your favorite sides or dipping sauce.

Notes

You can substitute walleye with any mild white fish like tilapia or cod.

To get an extra crispy crust, lightly spray the coated fillets with cooking spray before baking.

Serve with coleslaw, lemon wedges, or a creamy tartar sauce.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 fillet
  • Calories: 221
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 494mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 29g
  • Cholesterol: 196mg

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