Best 7 Best Fried Walleye Recipes

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**Fried Walleye: A Crispy, Flaky Delight**

Golden-brown and crispy on the outside, tender and flaky on the inside—fried walleye is a classic dish that's sure to please everyone at the table. This versatile fish can be prepared in a variety of ways, from simple to elaborate. Whether you prefer a light dusting of seasoned flour or a flavorful beer batter, there's a recipe here to suit your taste.

This article features three tempting recipes for fried walleye:

* **Classic Fried Walleye:** This simple recipe uses a basic breading of flour, eggs, and breadcrumbs to create a crispy coating that lets the delicate flavor of the walleye shine through. Serve with your favorite tartar sauce and lemon wedges for a classic fish fry experience.

* **Beer-Battered Walleye:** For a more flavorful and indulgent coating, try this beer-battered walleye recipe. The batter is made with a combination of flour, eggs, beer, and spices, which creates a light and fluffy coating that's perfect for frying.

* **Crispy Walleye Nuggets:** These bite-sized walleye nuggets are perfect for a quick and easy snack or appetizer. They're coated in a seasoned breadcrumb mixture and fried until golden brown. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce for a delicious and satisfying treat.

No matter which recipe you choose, you're sure to enjoy this delicious and versatile fish. So gather your ingredients, heat up your oil, and get ready to experience the crispy, flaky goodness of fried walleye!

Let's cook with our recipes!

10 BEST WAYS TO COOK WALLEYE (+ RECIPE COLLECTION)



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These quick and easy walleye recipes are delicious, versatile, and family-friendly. From pan-fried to grilled, walleye should be your new summer go-to.

Provided by insanelygood

Categories     Dinner     Recipe Roundup     Seafood

Number Of Ingredients 10

Pan Fried Walleye
Pan-Seared Wall-Eye (Lemon Pepper)
Grilled Walleye With Citrus Butter
Honey Walleye
Parmesan-Crusted Walleye
Walleye Over Tomato-Olive Angel Hair Pasta
Air Fryer Walleye
Grilled Montana Walleye with Fresh Herbs (GAPS, Paleo, Whole30)
Grilled Walleye Sandwich
Pecan-Crusted Fish Fillets

Steps:

  • Select your favorite recipe.
  • Organize all the required ingredients.
  • Prep a delicious walleye recipe in 30 minutes or less!

Nutrition Facts :

PAN FRIED WALLEYE



Pan Fried Walleye image

Crispy pan fried fish fillets

Provided by Kathy

Categories     Main Dish

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 Walleye fillets
2 eggs
3/4 cups flour
1 cup Italian style bread crumbs
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
4 Tablespoons oil

Steps:

  • Lightly beat eggs in a dish
  • In another dish combine flour, bread crumbs and seasoning
  • Dip fish in egg and then in flour mixture. Shake off any excess flour.
  • Add a couple of tablespoons of oil to a pan and heat pan over medium heat.
  • When pan is hot, add 3-4 fillets to pan. Cook 3 minutes per side so each side is nicely browned.
  • Remove fish from pan and place on a baking sheet lined with a baking rack. Place cooked fish in a 250° oven while you cook remaining fish.
  • Wipe out pan and add additional oil. Repeat process with remaining fish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238 kcal, Carbohydrate 25 g, Protein 15 g, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Sodium 482 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 fillet

PAN FRIED WALLEYE ENTREE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 to 8 ounces Walleye fillet
Breading mix, 1 part lemon pepper, 3 parts flour
Egg, slightly beaten
Vegetable oil
3 ounces steamed mixed vegetables
Choice of rice blend, kettle chips, French fries, seasoned fries or Split Rock Home Fries
Leaf lettuce
Lemon crown

Steps:

  • Place fillet in the beaten egg. Remove. Thoroughly coat in breading. Place in heated frying pan with 3/4-inch of oil in it. Cook until golden brown. Flip and repeat. Place on plate on a bed of leaf lettuce. Add vegetables and choice of starch. Garnish with lemon crown.

CRISPY BAKED WALLEYE



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Crispy breaded fish without frying! My husband only likes deep-fried fish, and he loves this. Feel free to use your favorite seasonings. You can also use tilapia or other white fish fillets.

Provided by Leanne

Categories     Seafood     Fish

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

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

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Grease a baking sheet.
  • Beat the eggs and water together in a bowl until smooth; set aside. Combine the bread crumbs, potato flakes, and Parmesan cheese in a separate bowl with the seasoned salt until evenly mixed. Dip the walleye fillets into the beaten egg, then press into the bread crumb mixture. Place onto the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the fish is opaque in the center and flakes easily with a fork, 15 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220.7 calories, Carbohydrate 10.4 g, Cholesterol 196.2 mg, Fat 6.3 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 29 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 494 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

HONEY-FRIED WALLEYE



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We fish on most summer weekends, so we have lots of fresh fillets. Everyone who tries this crisp, golden fish loves it. It's one of my husband's favorite walleye recipes, and I never have leftovers. Honey gives the coating a deliciously different twist. -Sharon Collis, Colona, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 large egg
1 teaspoon honey
1 cup coarsely crushed saltines (about 22 crackers)
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 to 6 walleye fillets (about 1-1/2 pounds)
Canola oil
Additional honey

Steps:

  • In a shallow bowl, beat egg and honey. In another bowl, combine the cracker crumbs, flour, salt and pepper. Dip fillets into egg mixture, then coat with crumb mixture. , In a large skillet, heat 1/4 in. of oil; fry fish over medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes on each side or until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork. Drizzle with honey.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 133mg cholesterol, Sodium 296mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

BATTER-UP WALLEYE



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Nothing is more rewarding than celebrating the day's catch with friends when you share this fresh dish. Substitute your favorite pan fish! -Alesha Oster, Williston, North Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup biscuit/baking mix
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
1-1/2 teaspoons pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup 2% milk
Oil for frying
1 pound walleye fillets, skin removed
Lemon wedges

Steps:

  • In a shallow bowl, mix the first 6 ingredients. Place milk in a separate shallow bowl. In an electric skillet, heat 1/4 in. of oil to 375°., In batches, dip fish in milk, then coat with baking mix mixture; fry for 5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and fish flakes easily with a fork. Serve immediately with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316 calories, Fat 16g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 99mg cholesterol, Sodium 1096mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

STATE FAMOUS DEEP FRIED WALLEYE



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Make and share this State Famous Deep Fried Walleye recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Beer2179

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 25m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup finely crushed soda cracker crumbs
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt (use your favorite)
6 skinned walleyed pike fillet
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon water
vegetable shortening

Steps:

  • Mix cracker crumbs flour garlic and seasoning salt in a medium bowl
  • Scramble the eggs and mix in the water in a small bowl
  • Melt shortening in deep frier and heat to 380 degrees
  • Put Walleye fillets in the egg mixture Put Walleye fillets in the crumb mixture and coat until you can't see the fish Put in deep frier and cook until golden brown and flaky Serve with lemon wedges and tartar sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339.4, Fat 9.2, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 211.5, Sodium 446.1, Carbohydrate 49.6, Fiber 2, Sugar 0.8, Protein 12.9

Tips for Frying Walleye:

  • Choose fresh, firm walleye fillets. If using frozen fillets, thaw them completely before cooking.
  • Rinse the fillets and pat them dry with paper towels.
  • Season the fillets with salt and pepper, or your favorite fish seasoning.
  • Dip the fillets in a beaten egg, then coat them in seasoned flour or bread crumbs.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is shimmering, carefully add the fillets.
  • Fry the fillets for 3-4 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
  • Drain the fillets on paper towels before serving.

Conclusion:

Fried walleye is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. Whether you serve it with tartar sauce, lemon wedges, or your favorite dipping sauce, fried walleye is sure to be a hit.

With its flaky texture and mild flavor, walleye is a great choice for frying. By following these tips, you can ensure that your fried walleye is cooked perfectly every time.

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