If you’re anything like me, you love the taste of fried fish but hate how often it sticks to the pan. It’s so frustrating to have your beautiful fillets fall apart when you go to flip them! But never fear, dear reader.
I’m here to share with you my three favorite tips for ensuring that your fish will always come out of the pan beautifully golden brown and Delicious with nary a stick in sight. Let’s get started!
This may seem like a no-brainer, but it’s really important. If there’s any moisture on your fish, be it from marinating or just taking it out of the fridge, that moisture is going to turn to steam when it hits the hot oil and causes your fish to stick.
So set that fillet down on a paper towel and give it a good pat dry before you start cooking.
2: Use enough oil.
This is another mistake people often make when pan-frying. You want there to be a decent layer of oil so that the fish can float around freely and not stick, but you don’t want so much oil that it ends up being greasy.
A good rule of thumb is to use enough oil to coat the bottom and come up about 1/4 inch up the sides.
If you’re trying to fry a bunch of fish at once, don’t put them all at once or they’ll stick together and be harder to flip without breaking them apart.
Fry them in batches if you need to so that each fillet has enough space to cook evenly on all sides without touching any other pieces of fish.
How to Cook Fish in a Double-Sided Pan for the Perfect Meal?
Looking for an easy way to cook fish that results in a delicious and healthy meal? Look no further than the double-sided pan!
How to cook fish in a double-sided pan? This cooking method is simple, fast, and efficient. There is no need to flip your food over, so you can avoid for the fish to stick or burning.
In this blog post, we will teach you how to make the perfect fish dish. Stay tuned for some great recipes that are sure to please your taste buds!
What You Need to Know about Double-Sided Pan
Double-sided pan. Credit: Canva
What is a double-sided pan?
It is also known as a reversible grill pan, is a cooking tool that has two sides: one with horizontal ridges and the other with vertical ones.
This unique design allows you to cook food on both the top and bottom simultaneously, which results in faster cooking times.
It is made of cast iron or aluminum with a non-stick coating, which makes it easy to clean and maintain.
Why use a double-sided pan?
It is the best choice for searing fish (and other meats too).
With two sides that can be heated at the same time, you’ll avoid hot spots on the food that can cause some parts to cook faster than others.
The Benefits of Cooking with a Double-Sided Pan?
Saving time and energy
Cooking on both sides at the same time saves you time and energy because there is no need to flip your food over. This also means less chance for it to stick or burn!
You can use this method when searing, grilling, or frying fish, chicken, beef, pork, and more.
Healthy cooking
It is also a healthy way to cook your food because it doesn’t require any oil or butter.
The nonstick surface prevents sticking and the even heat distribution ensures that your food will not be overcooked or burnt.
How to Cook Fish in a Double-Sided Pan
You first need to preheat it. This can be done on your stovetop or in an oven that has been preheated at 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 Celsius).
Then add oil and butter with a paper towel if desired before placing the food so that it heats up too.
Then, place the fish fillets in a single layer on one side, and don’t overcrowd them. They should be close together but not touching each other or overlapping at all!
After about two minutes, flip over onto the second side until cooked through. We recommend using tongs so that you’ll have more control and won’t damage your fish.
The total cooking time will depend on the thickness of your fillets. But it should not take more than six minutes in all to cook them through and the outer layer browned.
You can test for doneness by inserting a fork into the thickest part and seeing if it flakes easily.
Recipes
Try out some of our delicious recipes below and see for yourself how easy and tasty this cooking method can be.
Seared fish with lemon butter sauce. Credit: Canva
Seared Fish with Lemon Butter Sauce
Ingredients:
One pound (454 grams) of white fish fillets (cod, tilapia, etc.), cut into four equal portions
One tablespoon of olive oil
One tablespoon butter
Salt and pepper to taste
For the sauce:
One lemon, juiced
Two tablespoons butter
Three cloves of garlic, minced
Pinch of salt
Directions:
Cooking the fish:
Preheat your double-sided pan on medium-high heat.
Add olive oil and butter, then place the fish fillets in a single layer on one side. Don’t overcrowd them!
After about two minutes, flip over onto the second side until cooked through (this should take no more than six minutes).
Making the sauce:
While the fish is cooking, make the lemon butter sauce.
In a small pan, melt the butter over low heat.
Add garlic and sauté for a minute or until fragrant.
Add lemon juice and salt, then remove from heat.
Serving:
Serve the fish fillets with the lemon butter sauce on top.
Enjoy!
Grilled Fish Fillets with Pineapple Salsa
Ingredients:
One pound (454 grams) of white fish fillets (cod, tilapia, etc.), cut into four equal portions
One tablespoon of olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
For the salsa:
One cup pineapple, diced small
Half a red onion, diced small
One jalapeño pepper, seeded and diced small
One tablespoon of lime juice
One teaspoon honey
Pinch of salt
Directions:
Cooking the fish:
Preheat your double-sided pan on medium-high heat.
Add olive oil and salt and pepper, then place the fish fillets in a single layer on one side. Don’t overcrowd them!
After about two minutes, flip over onto the second side until cooked through (this should take no more than six minutes).
Making the sauce:
While the fish is cooking, make the salsa.
In a medium bowl, mix pineapple, red onion, jalapeño pepper, lime juice, honey, and salt.
Set aside.
Serving:
Serve the grilled fish fillets with pineapple salsa on top.
Enjoy!
Tips for cooking fish in a double-sided pan
Use a heavy-duty pan with thick walls and a bottom. Thin pans can warp easily from high temperatures, so it’s important to use something durable when cooking at such high heat levels.
The ideal thickness is between three millimeters (0.12 inches) and five millimeters (0.20 inches).
If you don’t have a double-sided frying pan, you can use two pans at the same time – one for cooking and one for resting.
Make sure to oil your fish fillets before placing them. This will help keep them from sticking and ensure that they don’t dry out while cooking.
Don’t overcrowd your fish fillets! If they’re too close together, they’ll steam instead of searing and you’ll end up with a soggy dish.
Use tongs to flip your fish over. This will help keep them from breaking or sticking to the pan.
When in doubt, test for doneness by inserting a fork into the thickest part of a fillet and seeing if it flakes easily.
Fish should be cooked to an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit, as measured with an instant-read thermometer.
Adding butter or oil can help keep the fish from sticking while they cook. But be careful not to add too much as this may cause them to burn quickly on one side before getting cooked through on another.
Don’t turn over your fish too early. Wait until the underside has a nice, crispy crust before flipping.
Serve with a delicious sauce or salsa to take your dish to the next level!
Recommended Models
Tefal E93808 Professional Total Nonstick Thermo-Spot Heat Indicator Double Sided Pan, Medium, Gray
Cuisinart Chef’s Classic Nonstick Hard-Anodized 14″ Skillet with Helper Handle and Glass Cover in Black
Cook N Home 02499 Cast Iron Grill Pan Reversible Grill/Griddle Pan, Black
Lodge LSRG302 Square Cast Iron Reversible Grill/Griddle Pan with Handles in Black
Calphalon Contemporary Nonstick 11″ Square Double Sided Grill Pan Griddle in Grey – Discontinued by Manufacturer
Longma Double-sided Portable BBQ Grill Pan with Folding Handle – Aluminum Alloy Cookware Double Omelette Square Pan Flip Pan Jumbo Grill Cookware for Indoor Outdoor Camping Cooked Fish Chicken: Home & Kitchen – Grill Top for stove
Uniware Super Quality Non-Stick Coating Double Grill Pan, Rectangular, Magnetic Bakelite Handle, 12.6 x 9.6 x 2.6 Inch: Home & Kitchen – ·KITCHN Grill Pan with Folding Handle, Nonstick Grill Pan for Stove Tops, Induction – Dishwasher Safe
FAQs
How do you cook a fish fillet in a double-sided pan?
You just need to oil your pan with some olive oil or butter before placing the fish on one side and then flipping it over when it’s done cooking.
How do you use a double-sided pan?
You can cook two different types of food at the same time (such as fish and vegetables), or you can use one side to cook your food and the other side to keep it warm.
How do you cook double-sided meat in a pan?
You can’t cook double-sided meat in a pan – at least not with the same level of success as you would be able to achieve with fish or vegetables.
The two types of food need different cooking times and temperatures, so it’s not feasible to try and do them both at the same time.
How do you use a Tefal double-sided pan?
You can use it to cook two different types of food at the same time.
For example, you might want to grill some vegetables on one side while cooking chicken breasts or steak pieces on the other side.
The possibilities are endless! Just make sure that each type of food needs about 15 minutes of cooking time before flipping them over so they don’t overcook.
