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STEP 9 STEP 3
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Using a little pressure and a sawing motion, cut against, but not
through, the skin.
STEP 10
Coat the fillet with bread crumbs.
Remove the fillets from the skin.
STEP 4
STEP 11
Heat some cooking oil in a skillet. Test the heat by dropping some
Wash each fillet in cold water.
bread crumbs into the skillet. If it sizzles, the oil is hot enough.
STEP 12
STEP 5
Pat dry with a clean cloth or paper towel. The fillets are ready to
cook or freeze.

COOKING TIPS DANIEL GRIFFITH/ODWC
Cooking is the next-to-last step in finishing a great fishing trip.
Below is a simple recipe for cooking your fish fillet.
Pan frying is a popular way to cook fish, and it is the quickest
and easiest way to cook your catch at your campsite, at the park
or on shore.

6 STEPS TO PAN FRY FISH

STEP 1

DANIEL GRIFFITH/ODWC Add your fish to the skillet, cooking on each side for 3 or 4 min-

utes, or until the coating is brown.
STEP 6
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First, coat the fish fillet with flour. Feel free to add your favorite
seasonings to the flour before coating.
STEP 2

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The final step to a successful fishing trip is enjoying the taste of
Dredge the flour-covered fillet in a beaten egg. your catch. Enjoy with fellow anglers or family and friends.

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