- 1 quart vegetable oil for frying
- 1 pound red snapper fillets
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
- In a large heavy skillet, heat oil to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Dip fillets into beaten egg and dredge in bread crumbs.
- Gently slide fish into hot oil and fry until golden brown. Drain briefly on paper towels. Serve hot.