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The flavour of white perch is similar to that of striped bass: mild but with a more delicate, white meat. Traditionally, they are roasted whole in the oven or pan fried. The flesh of the white perch has a delicate flavour and a white, flaky texture.

Check out this recipe from: purepac.com

BROWN BUTTERED WHITE PERCH

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 cup flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon finely ground pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• PurePac White Perch
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 lemon, cut in half

INSTRUCTIONS:

• Whisk flour, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper in a bowl. Gently press perch fillets into flour mixture to coat, shaking off any excess flour.
• Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat until butter is foaming and nut-brown in colour. Working in batches, place filets in skillet and cook until light golden, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer cooked fillets to a plate, squeeze lemon juice over the top, and serve.