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Thinly pounded chicken breasts are pan-fried until golden and served with lemony roasted broccoli. A quick and easy weeknight dinner ready in 30 minutes.
These dried or fried seasoned bread morsels come in all sizes. In small dice, they add crunch and heft to salads and soups. Larger toasts can serve as a…
4 servings This classic presentation reminds us that simplicity is often the best approach. However, you may augment and garnish this basic recipe as you…
4 servings For tips on pounding pork chops and steaks into thin cutlets, see here. Alternatives: PAN-FRIED CHICKEN CUTLETS
4 servings This simple treatment does not require any coatings to get a satisfying, crispy result. A perfect way to prepare tofu before adding to a…
8 arepas (4 servings) From Venezuela and Colombia, arepas are made with precooked corn flour, the most widely available brand being P.A.N. Stuffed arepas…
4 servings A breakfast classic. For those who desire the texture of shredded potatoes, see Potatoes Rösti.
Brook trout dredged in seasoned flour and pan-fried in clarified butter, then finished with a brown butter meunière sauce, parsley, and lemon wedges.
Classic French toast made by soaking bread slices in a sweetened egg and milk mixture, then pan-frying until golden brown. Serve hot with a dusting of…
4 servings A classic Chinese-American staple, these egg-vegetable-meat pancakes are typically served with a brown sauce. To make a St. Paul Sandwich…
Chicken breasts are pounded thin, filled with ham and Swiss cheese, then breaded and pan-fried until golden and crispy. A classic French-inspired dish…
Thinly sliced beef sirloin is wrapped around bundles of green onions, seared, and glazed with a sweet-savory soy sauce. Served as bite-sized appetizers.
4 servings Some may be satisfied with serving cheese-laden toasts to garnish a green salad. This treatment is for those who ask for more. After letting…
4 to 6 servings Serve with Wilted Tender Greens and a Fried Egg as a vegetarian entrée. The millet mixture can be prepared up to 2 days in advance.
4 to 6 servings You don’t have to remove the bones and skin from the salmon, but do so if you prefer. If desired, make the cakes slightly larger and serve…
Chicken cutlets are pan-fried and served with a rich Marsala mushroom sauce made with pancetta, cream, and herbs. This classic Italian-American dish is…
Scallops are coated in a bread crumb coating, pan-fried in butter, and finished with lemon juice and parsley. A classic French dish that is simple and…
Sweetbreads are sliced, breaded, and pan-fried until golden and crispy. Served with lemon wedges or a sauce of your choice.
4 servings Saltimbocca means “jump into the mouth,” which is precisely what these delicious stuffed and sauced cutlets do. Prosciutto and sage are the…
5 or 6 servings The most common argument against tongue has nothing to do with its superlative flavor, but its uniquely tender texture. The best…
4 to 6 servings BONE-IN CHICKEN PARTS Bone-in chicken must finish cooking over lower heat once it has been browned. For chicken with a more substantial…
4 servings The even, solid texture of chicken breasts is ideal here (thighs tend to split when pounded). For tips on pounding chicken into cutlets, see…
2 to 3 servings Okonomiyaki means “how you like it,” so play around with the vegetable and meat additions in this savory pancake. Mountain yam is not…
These pan-fried Chinese curry puffs feature a spiced beef and potato filling wrapped in a curry-scented egg dough. They are served hot with a choice of…
Sautéed chitterlings are a Southern delicacy, pan-fried until golden and seasoned with vinegar or hot sauce. Serve with black-eyed peas and greens and…
4 burgers To grind your own turkey or chicken for these burgers, see Grinding Meat at Home. If possible, use dark meat for more flavor and moisture…
4 servings When made with new potatoes, you may call these Potatoes Lyonnaise. When cut into cubes, seasoned with 1 teaspoon chili powder, and served with…
These crab cakes are made with fresh lump crabmeat, herbs, and panko, pan-fried until golden. They are onion-free, using parsley and dill for flavor.
4 servings One of our favorite uses for sauerkraut. For Reuben Fritters, substitute 4 ounces diced corned beef or pastrami for the cooked bacon and serve…
About 6 servings These grain-filled regional specialties represent a rare style of sausage-making. If you use cornmeal, call it scrapple; if you use oats…
6 servings Serve these alongside Asopao de Pollo, Jamaican Rice and Peas, Frijoles de la Olla, or any type of roast chicken or pork. Don’t forget the hot…
4 servings An Austrian specialty that is worthy of mimicking with thin portions of all manner of meats, fowl, and fish. To make these Wienerschnitzel à la…
Crab cakes made with lump crabmeat, seasoned with Chesapeake Bay seasoning, and pan-fried until golden. Served with lemon wedges and a dipping sauce.
4 servings The author of the following account graciously permitted us to use it when we told him how much it pleased us. “When I was a child, one of…
4 servings Rösti is essentially a giant potato pancake. This recipe works with russet potatoes only, since their starch helps bind the shreds together…
Chicken cutlets are pan-fried and served with a tangy lemon-caper sauce made with chicken stock, lemon juice, and butter.
4 servings Please read About Searing, Sautéing, and Pan-Frying Fish.
Crispy tilapia fillets with a tangy caper mayo, served with salt and vinegar potatoes and garlic green beans.
4 servings Our favorite way to cook salmon fillets. Most of the frying occurs on the skin side, which gets nice and crispy.
These pot stickers are filled with a savory mixture of ground pork, napa cabbage, and aromatics, then pan-fried until crispy. Serve with dipping sauce.
4 servings This basic recipe is useful for every fish from tiny smelts or sardines to midsized butterfish, bluegills, crappie, and sunfish all the way up…
4 servings A superlative method for reheating leftover mashed potatoes.
4 servings This recipe is an accessible imitation of the original, in which spiced lamb or beef is layered on a vertical rotisserie, shaved off as it…
Thick slices of bread are soaked in a rich custard of eggs, milk, sugars, and warm spices, then pan-fried until golden. A classic breakfast treat perfect…
These Yugoslavian bits of fried dough make a fine and filling breakfast or snack served with cream cheese and jam.
John Dory fillets are pan-seared until crispy and served with a rich stew of peppers, tomatoes, and sherry. This Mediterranean-inspired dish is quick and…
Crispy pan-fried chicken seasoned with salt, pepper, and ginger. Perfect for a picnic or casual dinner.
A gluten-free dumpling dough made from glutinous rice flour and tapioca flour. It steams, boils, and fries well, and is ideal for hand-shaped dumplings…
Crispy green onion pancakes made with dumpling dough, pan-fried until golden. Serve with soy-ginger dipping sauce.
These falafel dippers are made with chickpeas, herbs, and spices, shaped into patties and coated with sesame seeds. Served with a creamy tahini yogurt…
These orange chicken dumplings feature a gingery soy-lemon sauce and are pan-fried to perfection. The filling combines ground chicken with fresh orange…
Juicy beef kebabs with crunchy walnuts, oozing mozzarella, fresh herbs, and crispy tortilla wraps. Grilled and pan-fried for a delicious meal.
Pan-fried dumplings filled with blanched nettles, caramelized onions, feta cheese, and toasted hazelnuts, wrapped in a nettle-infused egg dough. Served…
These shrimp sliders are a twist on classic crab cakes, using ground and chopped shrimp for texture. Pan-fried until golden, they're served on slider buns…
Pork medallions are pan-seared and simmered in a creamy ginger beer sauce with mustard, finished with fresh parsley. This quick dish balances sweet ginger…
A traditional English breakfast dish made with leftover roast beef, mashed potatoes, and cabbage, pan-fried until crispy. Served with poached eggs and a…
Classic Japanese pan-fried pork-and-cabbage dumplings with a crispy bottom and juicy filling. Serve with gyoza sauce and garnishes like grated carrot or…
A quick and flavorful Mexican-inspired dish featuring prawn and potato tortas with a smoky chipotle salsa. Ready in just 20 minutes, perfect for a…
Crispy Parmesan-crusted chicken tenders served with a warm fennel, apple, and arugula salad tossed in a honey-Dijon vinaigrette. A family-friendly meal…
A quick and elegant salmon dish with a tangy lemon-caper sauce. Ready in 25 minutes, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
These homemade pot stickers feature a gingery pork filling wrapped in a tender dough, pan-fried to golden crisp on the bottom and steamed on top. Served…
These pan-fried dumplings feature a gingery filling of cabbage, mushrooms, and aromatics. They are made with either homemade eggless dough or store-bought…
These pierogies are filled with a savory beef and vegetable mixture, boiled until tender, then pan-fried with onions and green peppers for a crispy…
Crispy chicken cutlets coated in a sweet and savory coconut-panko crust, pan-fried to golden perfection. Quick and easy weeknight dinner.
These homemade pierogi are filled with mashed red potatoes, caramelized onions, sharp cheddar, and sour pickle. They are boiled then pan-fried until…
A chicken hot dog topped with mango chutney, tamarind paste, and sautéed onions in a classic bun.
Classic Italian meatballs made with a blend of ground beef, veal, and pork, seasoned with Romano cheese and garlic. They are pan-fried until golden brown…
A classic dumpling filling of ground beef and fresh Chinese mustard greens, wrapped in homemade dough and served with soy-ginger dipping sauce.
Smothered chicken is a comforting Southern dish featuring chicken pieces coated in seasoned flour, pan-fried until golden, then simmered in a creamy gravy…
Thin-cut bone-in pork chops are lightly seasoned and pan-fried until golden brown. Perfect for breakfast alongside grits and eggs.
Salmon fillets coated in a spiced mango paste and pan-fried until golden. Served with a tangy mango sauce and rice or flatbreads.
Crispy, golden potato pancakes made from hand-grated potatoes, egg, and a bit of flour, fried to perfection. Serve hot with applesauce or sour cream.
Smoked sausage and potatoes are pan-fried with onion and bell pepper in a savory broth. This versatile dish can be served for breakfast with an egg or for…
A quick and flavorful salmon dish with a sticky honey garlic glaze, finished under the broiler for a slight char.
A classic Chinese scallion pancake recipe passed down from a grandmother. Crispy, flaky layers with savory scallions, perfect as a snack or side dish.
Crispy crab cakes packed with crabmeat, bell pepper, and Creole seasoning, pan-fried to golden perfection and served with a homemade sweet chili sauce.
Juicy pork chops with a golden crust, served with applesauce or mint jelly. For a tropical twist, marinate and bake with a sweet soy-ginger glaze and top…
A classic liver and onions dish with a rich brown sauce. The liver is dredged in flour and pan-fried until browned, then served with sautéed onions and a…
Crispy zaatar-crusted halloumi served with lemony couscous tossed with chili, parsley, and capers. A quick and flavorful vegetarian meal ready in 15…
These Chinese meat pies (xian bing) feature a double crust filled with ground beef and tender celery hearts. They are pan-fried until golden and crusty…
These dumplings are filled with a savory mixture of spinach, eggs, shiitake mushrooms, and bean thread noodles. They can be boiled, steamed, or pan-fried…
Classic Chinese dumplings filled with ground pork and Chinese cabbage. Serve with soy-ginger dipping sauce.
Juicy pub-style burgers made from ground sirloin steak tips, topped with crispy shallots and blue cheese. Served on toasted buns with a special sauce.
Crispy tilapia fillets with a tangy caper mayo, served with salt and vinegar potatoes and garlic green beans.
A sweet Italian sausage made with ground pork, fennel, and paprika. The mixture is refrigerated overnight, then stuffed into casings and grilled or…
Cooked salmon and sautéed bell pepper are mixed with wasabi, soy sauce, and cornstarch to create a filling for wontons.
Crispy fried chicken breasts with a garlicky, seasoned coating. Quick and easy for a weeknight dinner.
A straightforward, no-fuss fried chicken recipe from master fryer Charles Gabriel. The chicken is seasoned, dipped in eggwash, dredged in flour, and…
These homemade taco shells are made from a simple batter of corn flour, flour, egg, and water. They are cooked in a pan until lightly browned, resulting…
These potato cakes are made from mashed potatoes, flour, milk, and butter, then fried until golden. A simple and versatile side dish.
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