Golden Puff Of Perch Recipe

Unearth a culinary gem from a vintage cookbook! This recipe transforms simple frozen perch fillets into a stunning, golden-brown baked dish with a light and airy egg white and mayonnaise topping. Crispy almonds add a delightful crunch, making this a perfect weeknight meal or impressive appetizer. Ready in under 30 minutes!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 152.3 kcal
Protein 47g
Rating 4.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Golden Puff Of Perch

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How to Make Golden Puff Of Perch

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C).
  2. Thaw 1 pound of frozen perch fillets completely and gently separate them.
  3. Arrange fillets in a lightly greased 8x8 inch baking dish.
  4. Season fillets generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Dot with 2 tablespoons of butter.
  5. Bake for 10 minutes.
  6. In a separate bowl, beat 2 large egg whites until stiff peaks form.
  7. Gently fold in 1/4 cup mayonnaise until just combined. Do not overmix.
  8. Spread the egg white and mayonnaise mixture evenly over the baked fillets.
  9. Sprinkle 1/4 cup slivered almonds over the top.
  10. Return to the oven and bake for another 8-10 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and puffed.
  11. Let rest for 2-3 minutes before serving immediately. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

10g

Carbs

0g