Big Mama's Spice Rub Pan Fried Fish Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 whole fish or fillet (Sea Bass, Salmon, Mackerel, or Red Snapper)
  
   
• 2 x Tablespoons of Big Mama Spice Rub
  
   
• ½ lemon
  
   
• Salt & freshly ground black pepper
  
   
• 2–3 tbsp olive oil or sunflower oil
  
   

Step One: Prepare the Fish

1. Clean: Wash and scale the fish thoroughly. Pat dry with kitchen paper.
   
    
2. Score: If using whole fish, lightly score the skin at ½ inch (1 cm) intervals.
   
    
3. Season:
   
   
   • Rub Big Mama Spice Rub generously on both sides of the fish.
     
      
   • If using whole fish, sprinkle 2 tsp of the spice rub inside the cavity.
     
      
4. Add zest: Squeeze half a lemon over the fish.
   
    
5. Final touch: Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
   
    
6. Marinate: Wrap or cover the fish and refrigerate for about 1 hour to let the flavours develop.
   
    

Step Two: Cook the Fish

1. Heat olive oil or sunflower oil in a medium-sized frying pan over medium heat.
   
    
2. When the oil is hot enough to make the fish sizzle gently (but not smoking), add the fish.
   
    
3. Cook for:
   
   
   • Fillets: 3–4 minutes per side (depending on thickness)
     
      
   • Whole fish: 5–6 minutes per side (depending on size)
     
      
4. Turn carefully to avoid breaking the fish. The skin should be crisp and the flesh opaque and flaky.
   
    

Serving Suggestions

• Option 1: Jersey Royal potatoes + steamed broccoli with a knob of butter
  
   
• Option 2: Jacket potatoes + carrots + courgettes, all laced with butter
  
   

Hot Tip: Serve with extra lemon wedges and a fresh green salad for brightness!