1 lb. sand dabs
1 egg, beaten
1 cup panko or dried breadcrumbs
Salt & pepper
Butter for frying
Lemon

3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 tablespoons chopped Italian parsley
5 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

Dip the sand dabs in the beaten egg, then roll in panko or breadcrumbs seasoned with salt and pepper.

Heat a large skillet, add butter, and fry sand dabs until golden brown and crisp. Serve with garlic lemon butter (recipe below), or with lemon wedges and your favorite tarter sauce, or just enjoy them as is!

Garlic Lemon Butter

In a small skillet, sauté the minced garlic in olive oil and butter until garlic is softened and turns golden. Remove from heat and stir in parsley and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.