Pan Fried Panko-Crusted Fish

Ingredients:

• 4 fillets of white fish (such as cod or tilapia)
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• Lemon wedges for serving

Directions:

1. Rinse the fish fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
2. In a shallow dish, mix together the flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
3. In a second shallow dish, beat the eggs.
4. In a third shallow dish, place the panko breadcrumbs.
5. Dredge each fish fillet in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
6. Dip the floured fish into the beaten eggs, allowing the excess to drip off.
7. Finally, coat the fish in the panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
8. In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
9. Add the breaded fish fillets to the skillet in a single layer, cooking for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through.
10. Remove the fish from the skillet and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
11. Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side.