FRIED FISH FILLETS

1 pound fish fillets (salmon, cod, or haddock), cut in serving pieces
Milk, flour
1 egg, beaten
1 tablespoon water
3/4 tablespoon salt
1 cup fine dry crumbs
cooking fat or oil
fresh parsley and lemon (for garnish)

Dip fish in milk, then in flour.

Mix egg, water, and salt.

Dip floured fish in egg mixture, and roll in crumbs.

Heat fat or oil in fry pan, put in the fillets. Reduce heat, and cook slowly 10 to 15 minutes, until the fish is done through and golden brown on both sides. Drain.

Garnish with parsley and lemon.

VARIATIONS:

OVEN-FRIED FILLETS
Prepare fish for frying and place in greased shallow baking pan with space between pieces. Dot with butter or margarine, and bake at 500 degrees F, (extremely hot oven) for 10 minutes.

FISH BAKED IN MILK
Place fish fillets (without coating) in shallow baking pan, pour on l/2 cup top milk (or light cream). Sprinkle with salt, dot with butter or margarine. Bake at 350 degrees F. (moderate oven) about 25 minutes.

Makes about 4 servings
From: Recipelink.com
Adapted from source: Money-Saving Main Dishes, USDA Home and Garden Bulletin No. 43, 1955