The Secret to Crispy Fish? There's More Than One

Crispy Fish Tricks

Crispy fish isn't one technique — it's a whole toolbox. A crunchy coating, a hot sear, a hard broil, even a starchy dusting can all get you there, and each one brings something a little different to the plate.

Here are five ways we love to get crispy, crackly, can't-stop-eating-it texture on wild seafood:

The Crispiest Recipes

A crunchy breadcrumb coating gives this meaty fish its crackle, while an easy coconut curry adds rich, saucy appeal.

Almond-Crusted Pacific Halibut with Tomato Pepper Sofrito

Crushed almonds stand in for breadcrumbs here, adding a nutty crunch and a little extra richness alongside a bright, savory sofrito.

Crispy Buffalo Fish Bites with Wild Alaska Pollock

A light dusting of cornstarch is the trick behind these crispy, spicy bites, without the need for a deep fryer.

Easy Miso Maple Boiled Coho Salmon

A sweet-savory miso maple marinade caramelizes under the broiler, forming a crisp, browned crust with almost no hands-on effort.

A Crispy Hack: A Potato Chip Crust

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