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Fish fillets (frozen, breaded)

Mild, flaky white fish with a crisp, savory breaded crust.

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Breaded frozen fish fillets are white fish coated in a crumb or batter, partially cooked, and frozen for a quick bake or fry at home. The breading locks in moisture and crisps in the oven without anyone having to bread the fish themselves. They're typically a mild white fish like pollock, cod, or haddock, chosen for a neutral flavor.

Where it comes from

Breading and freezing fish fillets became commercially widespread in the mid-1900s as frozen food technology matured, offering a way to sell fish without the smell, bones, or short shelf life of fresh fillets. The format became a fixture of North American freezer aisles and a common introduction to fish for younger eaters.

Buying it

Check the fish species listed on the box, since pollock, cod, and haddock differ slightly in flavor and texture despite similar breading. Look for a package with minimal frost buildup inside, which can indicate the product has thawed and refrozen.

Storing it

Keep breaded fish fillets in the freezer, where they stay good for about three months; bake or fry them straight from frozen for the crispest breading.

Keeps about 3 months in the freezer.

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