Sesame Crusted Fish Recipe

Recreate a taste of Chicago's trendy culinary scene with this fast and flavorful Sesame Crusted Fish recipe! Inspired by a cooking class with renowned chef Tony Mantuano of Tuttaposto, this dish is perfect for a weeknight meal. Crispy sesame-crusted fish fillets baked to perfection – a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 25 mins

Calories 308.6 kcal

Protein 18g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Sesame Crusted Fish

White Fleshed Fish
½ cup sesame seeds
2 large egg whites
Olive Oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Fresh Coarse Ground Black Pepper
½ cup fine cornmeal

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How to Make Sesame Crusted Fish

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat.
In a small bowl, lightly whisk 2 large egg whites.
Season fish fillets generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Brush both sides of the fillets with the egg whites.
Coat one side of each fillet thickly with ½ cup sesame seeds.
Carefully place the fillets, seed-side down, in the hot skillet. Sauté for 3-4 minutes, until golden brown and crispy.
Transfer the fillets to a baking sheet lightly sprinkled with ½ cup cornmeal. Place seed-side up.
Bake for 5-7 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Cooking time will depend on the thickness of your fillets.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

Fat

19g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Sesame Crusted Fish?

Sesame Crusted Fish takes about 35 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 25 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Sesame Crusted Fish?

Sesame Crusted Fish has approximately 308.6 calories per serving, with about 18 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 43 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Sesame Crusted Fish?

The key ingredients for Sesame Crusted Fish are White Fleshed Fish, Sesame Seeds, Egg Whites, Olive Oil, Salt, Fresh Coarse Ground Black Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.