Best 7 Walleye Casserole Recipes

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Walleye casserole is a delectable dish that combines the delicate flavor of walleye fish with a creamy, savory sauce and a crispy, golden-brown crust. The tender walleye fillets are nestled in a bed of flavorful vegetables, such as onions, celery, and mushrooms, and enveloped in a rich sauce made with cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, and grated Parmesan cheese. The casserole is then topped with a layer of crispy bread crumbs or crushed crackers, adding a delightful textural contrast to the soft and creamy filling. This dish is not only a culinary delight but also a versatile one, with variations that include the addition of different vegetables, herbs, and spices, allowing you to customize it to your taste preferences. Whether served as a main course or a side dish, walleye casserole is sure to impress your family and friends with its irresistible flavors and comforting textures. This article presents a collection of walleye casserole recipes, each offering unique variations on this classic dish. From the classic walleye casserole with its simple yet delicious combination of ingredients to more elaborate versions featuring a variety of vegetables, herbs, and spices, these recipes provide a range of options to suit every palate.

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WALLEYE CAKES



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Provided by Molly Yeh

Categories     appetizer

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 fillets walleye or other white flaky fish such as black bass or tilapia (about 1 pound 1 ounce)
4 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon smoked sweet paprika
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons capers
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill (6 grams), plus more for garnish
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh chives (4 grams)
1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
2 celery stalks (80 grams), finely diced (about 1/3 cup or 51 grams)
Sour cream, for garnish
Sliced cornichons, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the fish on top. Drizzle the fish evenly with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Mix the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of black pepper in a small bowl. Sprinkle the mixture evenly over each of the fillets. Bake until the fish is opaque and can be easily flaked with a fork, about 10 minutes. Let cool until warm, about 10 minutes.
  • Flake the fish (leave the skin on the baking sheet; the meat should easily pull away from it) and transfer to a medium bowl (you should have about 339 grams fish). Add the panko, mayonnaise, capers, dill, chives, lemon zest, celery, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds black pepper and mix to combine.
  • Form the mixture into tablespoon-sized patties (about 16 grams each). (You should get 20 to 24 patties.) Heat the remaining 3 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Working in two batches, fry the patties until golden brown and can easily pull away from the pan, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and repeat with the remaining patties. Dollop with some sour cream, a few sprigs of dill or sliced cornichons on top and secure with a toothpick. Serve immediately.

CRUNCHY-COATED WALLEYE



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Potato flakes make a golden coating for these fish fillets, which are a breeze to fry on the stovetop. -Sondra Ostheimer, Boscobel, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
2 large eggs
2-1/4 pounds walleye, perch or pike fillets
1-1/2 cups mashed potato flakes
1/3 cup vegetable oil
Tartar sauce and lemon wedges, optional

Steps:

  • In a shallow bowl, combine flour, paprika, salt, pepper, onion powder and garlic powder. In another bowl, beat the eggs. Dip both sides of fillets in flour mixture and eggs, then coat with potato flakes. , In a large skillet, fry fillets in oil for 5 minutes on each side or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Serve with tartar sauce and lemon if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 566 calories, Fat 24g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 326mg cholesterol, Sodium 508mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 55g protein.

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

BAKED WALLEYE



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We live very close to Lake Erie, which is nicknamed the "Walleye Capital of the World." I'm always looking for new recipes for this fish ... I came up with this baked walleye dish on my own. -Joyce Szymanski, Monroe, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 cup chopped onion
3/4 cup chopped green pepper
3/4 cup chopped celery
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
1 cup reduced-sodium V8 juice
1 pound walleye fillets

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, bring the first eight ingredients to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until vegetables are crisp-tender, stirring occasionally., Place fish in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Pour vegetable mixture over the fish. Cover and bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 137 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 82mg cholesterol, Sodium 314mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BAKED WALLEYE WITH VEGETABLES



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This baked walleye dish is fresh and tasty. The vegetables give this 13x9 recipe a little something extra. -Sondra Ostheimer, Boscobel, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 small onion, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 small zucchini, julienned
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided
4 walleye fillets (about 6 ounces each)
1 tablespoon butter, melted

Steps:

  • In a nonstick skillet, cook onion in oil over medium heat for about 2 minutes. Stir in zucchini and mushrooms; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Sprinkle with pepper and garlic powder; stir in lemon juice. Cook and stir 30 seconds longer. Remove from heat; stir in 1 teaspoon cheese., Place fillets in a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Top each fillet with about 1/4 cup onion mixture. Drizzle with butter and sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese., Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 18-22 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 156mg cholesterol, Sodium 166mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 35g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

FLASH BAKED WALLEYE FILLETS



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A delightfully simple fish recipe.

Provided by Lee McMullen

Categories     Seafood     Fish

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 tablespoons clarified butter, melted
4 (4 ounce) fillets walleye fillets, cut into pieces
½ teaspoon lemon pepper
½ teaspoon dried basil

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 500 degrees F (260 degrees C).
  • Pour the melted butter into a 9x13-inch baking dish. Place the fillets into the butter, skin-side-down. Sprinkle evenly with lemon pepper and basil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the fish is opaque and easily flakes with a fork, 5 to 7 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190.2 calories, Carbohydrate 0.1 g, Cholesterol 122.1 mg, Fat 10.9 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 21.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 115.8 mg

WALLEYE CAKES



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I have seen a lot of recipes for walleye fish, but they all seemed to be breaded and deep-fried or battered and deep-fried or just baked... So I figured if you can make fish cakes tasty with salmon and so on... Why not post a recipe up for walleye... Frankly I am just tired of deep frying up walleye once a week. It is time for a tasty change.

Provided by Aimée

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Seafood     Fish Cake Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup cornflake crumbs
1 cup dry bread crumbs
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
18 ounces skinless, boneless walleye fillets
8 baby carrots, finely chopped
1 zucchini, finely chopped
2 small onions, finely chopped
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
2 large eggs, beaten
1 teaspoon dry mustard
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
ground black pepper to taste
3 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Combine the cornflake crumbs, bread crumbs, and flour in a shallow dish; set aside. Grind the walleye fillets, or chop finely and place into a mixing bowl. Add the carrots, zucchini, onions, garlic, and eggs. Season with dry mustard, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix with your hands until evenly combined.
  • Form the walleye mixture into 1/3-cup cakes about 3/4-inch thick, and press into the cornflake mixture. Set the walleye cakes onto a baking sheet in a single layer -- do not stack.
  • Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the walleye cakes in batches until firmed and golden brown on each side, about 8 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 319.9 calories, Carbohydrate 35 g, Cholesterol 150.4 mg, Fat 9.7 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 754.1 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh walleye fillets. Fresh walleye fillets will give your casserole the best flavor and texture. If you can't find fresh walleye, frozen fillets will also work, but be sure to thaw them completely before cooking.
  • Season the walleye fillets well. Before cooking the walleye fillets, season them with salt, pepper, and any other desired spices. This will help to enhance the flavor of the fish.
  • Use a creamy sauce. A creamy sauce is the perfect complement to the flaky walleye fillets. You can use a simple white sauce, or you can add other ingredients, such as cheese, herbs, or vegetables, to create a more complex flavor.
  • Top the casserole with a crispy topping. A crispy topping will add a nice contrast to the creamy sauce and flaky fish. You can use bread crumbs, crushed crackers, or even potato chips to create a crispy topping.
  • Bake the casserole until golden brown. Bake the casserole in a preheated oven until the topping is golden brown and the sauce is bubbly. This will ensure that the casserole is cooked through and has a delicious, crispy crust.

Conclusion:

Walleye casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. By following these tips, you can make a walleye casserole that is sure to impress your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a new recipe to try, give walleye casserole a try. You won't be disappointed!

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