Potato Chip Crusted Halibut

Ingredients:

• 4 4-oz Halibut filets, skin removed
• 1 cup potato chips
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons lemon pepper divided
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup cornstarch
• 1/2 cup white wine
• Lemon wedges

Directions:

1. Prepare the dredge by whisking together the cornstarch with the eggs.
2. Add white wine a tablespoon at a time to the dredge until it's about the consistency of pancake batter.
3. Add lemon pepper to the dredge and stir to combine.
4. Using a food processor, break down the potato chips until they are the consistency of breadcrumbs.
5. Combine the potato chip crumbs and panko in a bowl and stir to combine.
6. Season each of the halibut filets with salt and lemon pepper.
7. Dredge the halibut into the egg mixture and then into the pecan breadcrumbs making sure the fish is well crusted.
8. Repeat with remaining fish.
9. Preheat your air fryer to 375F
10. Cook the potato chip-crusted halibut in the air fryer for about 8 minutes or until it has reached an internal temperature of 140F, flipping once. Serve with a lemon wedge.

Author Notes:

If you’re lucky enough to have fresh halibut on hand, this dish is a wonderful change of pace. The salty crunch from the potato chip crust balances beautifully with the delicate taste of halibut. This recipe can also be used as the base for a delicious halibut fish taco. A spritz of fresh lemon juice or even malt vinegar just before serving adds a wonderful brightness to the dish.