Salt and Pepper Seasoned King Fish
Growing up as a pescatarian I only wish I had eaten king fish every day. King fish is such a beautiful tasting firm fish that teams well with a few spices and a tasty fresh lemon Gremolata. Eaten raw, cured, baked or fried king fish is popular in many cuisines.
Servings: 2 serves
Calories: 229kcal
Ingredients
- 450 g white fish fillets fillets skin off, pin-boned
- 30 g whey protein isolate
- 1 tablespoon sea salt flakes plus extra for seasoning
- 1 teaspoon white pepper
- 1 teaspoon cracked black pepper
- 1 teaspoon cayenne or chilli flakes
- 1 tablespoon lemon pepper I use Goya brand
- Olive oil for frying
- Lemon wedges
- Lemon Gremolata
Instructions
- Chop fish fillets into large chunks.
- Mix all dry seasoning ingredients together.
- Heat 2-3 tablespoons of olive oil in a frypan over medium-high heat.
- Toss fish pieces in seasoning and transfer to frypan. Be careful to not over-crowd your pan and work in batches if need be.
- Fry 2-3 minutes each side or until cooked through. Drain on paper towel.
- Season fish well and serve with arugula salad, lemon and Lemon Gremolata.
Notes
I prefer to use Isopure Whey Protein Isolate.
Season fish only just before frying, do not do this ahead of time.
Salt and Pepper King Fish can be enjoyed as a hot or cold meal.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serve | Calories: 229kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 45g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 112mg | Sodium: 3606mg | Potassium: 719mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0g | Calcium: 36mg | Iron: 1.8mg | Net Carbs: 2g