Breaded Gilthead Seabream Fillets

Here is the recipe for making delicious breaded gilthead seabream fillets with an Italian twist.

Ingredients

• 4 gilthead seabream fillets (about 150-200 g each)
• 100 g of breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons of grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 sprig of fresh parsley, chopped
• Salt to taste
• Pepper to taste
• 2 eggs
• Flour as needed for dusting
• Extra virgin olive oil as needed for frying

Preparation

1. Start by cleaning the seabream fillets, making sure they are boneless and patting them dry with kitchen paper.
2. Take three plates and put flour in one, beat the eggs with a pinch of salt and pepper in the second, and mix the breadcrumbs with the grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley in the third.
3. Coat each fillet first in the flour, making sure to shake off the excess, then in the egg, and finally in the seasoned breadcrumbs, pressing gently to make sure the breading adheres well.
4. In a large frying pan, heat the olive oil and, when hot, fry the breaded seabream fillets until golden brown on both sides. It will take about 3-4 minutes per side.
5. Once cooked, transfer them to a plate lined with kitchen paper to absorb the excess oil.
6. Serve the breaded seabream fillets hot, perhaps with a sprinkle of lemon or accompanied by a fresh seasonal salad.

Curiosity

The gilthead seabream is a fish highly appreciated in Mediterranean cuisine for its white and delicate flesh. Breading it with a mix of breadcrumbs and Parmesan gives it a unique flavor and a crispness that perfectly complements the tenderness of the fish. This dish is simple yet elegant, perfect for a special dinner.