How to Pan Fry Fish

To eat a delicious, juicy piece of pan-fried fish is one thing – but pan frying fish to that perfect, juicy state is another. All too often pan-fried fish is overcooked and dry, which is why many people are intimated by pan frying.

In this lesson, we’ll walk you through the process of pan frying thin or thick pieces of fish over low or high heat. While pan frying fish does take a bit of patience and practice, we’ll help you understand what to look for when pan frying, so you can build your confidence and be able to enjoy moist and flavorful pan fried fish every time.