Spicy Walleye with Juicy Broccoli
This crispy and spicy walleye with juicy broccoli is a quick, easy, and healthy meal that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner!
The reason the broccoli is “juicy” is that it sits in a marinade after it gets cooked. The florets soak up the marinade, creating a super juicy and flavourful version of steamed broccoli!
Feel free to replace the walleye (pickerel) with any white fish.
- Prep Time15 min
- Cook Time15 min
- Total Time30 min
- Yield2 large or 4 small servings
Ingredients
For the Fish
- 1lb walleye fillets
- 3/4 cup cornstarch
- 3/4 cup flour
- 1 tablespoon Kashmiri chili powder (or cayenne)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil or butter
For the Broccoli
- 2 heads broccoli, cut into individual florets
- 1 lime
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon fish sauce (or soy sauce)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Preparation
For the Fish
Mix together the cornstarch, flour, chili powder, garlic powder, and salt on a plate.
Heat the oil or butter up in a skillet over medium-high heat.
Toss the fish in the flour mixture until well-coated, then add to the skillet.
Cook, flipping once, for about 5 minutes, or until fish is crispy on the outside and flakes easily.
Set onto paper towels to soak up any excess oil.
For the Broccoli
Bring a pot with a steamer attachment to a boil.
Add the broccoli to the steam and steam for 7 minutes.
Meanwhile, juice the lime into a medium bowl. Add the brown sugar, fish sauce (or soy), and minced garlic. Mix well.
Once the broccoli has cooked, add it to the sauce and toss well.
The broccoli can sit in the sauce for however long it takes to get the rest of dinner prepared.
Serve the fish and broccoli with fresh vegetables, or with grains like rice. Enjoy!
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