Crispy Fish Fillets

By á-7997

Ingredients

• 1 lb fresh fish fillets
• 1/4 c flour
• 1/2 tsp slat
• 1 egg yolk
• 2 tbsp water
• 1 tbsp cooking oil
• 1 egg white, stiffly beaten
• 1/4 c flour
• cooking oil or shortening for frying
• vinegar

Preparation

Step 1

Wipe fish with a damp cloth and pat dry. Cut into serving size pieces.
In medium bowl combine flour and salt. Make a well in center; add egg yolk, water and 1 tbsp cooking oil. Stir with a wooden spoon until batter is smooth. Fold in egg white.
In shallow dish dip fish in remaining 1/4 c flour, then in batter. Deep fat fry fish, a few pieces at a time, in oil or shortening heated to 375 degrees for 3 to 5 minutes or till golden brown. Drain. Sprinkle with vinegar, if desired.