Spinach and Cheese Stuffed Fish Fillets
Delicious fish fillets filled with a creamy spinach and cheese mixture, providing a satisfying crunch and flavorful experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free (if using gluten-free breadcrumbs)
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 fish fillets (such as tilapia or cod)
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (e.g., mozzarella or cheddar)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs, beaten
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Combine chopped spinach, softened cream cheese, shredded cheese, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Mix well until fully blended.
- Lay out the fish fillets on a flat surface. Scoop a generous portion of the spinach-cheese mixture onto one side of each fillet and fold the fillet over the filling.
- Dip each stuffed fillet into the beaten eggs, followed by the breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
- Heat oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat and add the stuffed fillets. Fry for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the fillets from the pan and drain on paper towels. Serve immediately.
Notes
Make-ahead tip: Prepare the filling a day in advance. For a healthier option, bake instead of frying at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg