For Lemon Herb Butter:

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• Zest of 1 lemon
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions:

Breaded Walleye

Prepare Walleye Fillets:

• Pat the walleye fillets dry with a paper towel.
• Season both sides with salt and black pepper.

Dredge in Flour:

• In separate shallow dishes, place the flour in one, beaten eggs in another, and a mixture of breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese in the third.

Coat Walleye Fillets:

• Dredge each walleye fillet in the flour, shaking off excess.
• Dip in beaten eggs, ensuring full coverage.
• Press the fillets into the breadcrumb and Parmesan mixture, coating them evenly.

Heat Oil and Butter:

• In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-high heat.

Sauté Breaded Walleye:

• Place the breaded walleye fillets in the hot skillet.
• Sauté for 3–4 minutes on each side or until the fillets are golden brown and cooked through.

Lemon Herb Butter

Make Lemon Herb Butter:

• In a small bowl, combine softened butter, lemon zest, fresh lemon juice, chopped parsley, chives, and thyme.
• Add garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

Serve:

• Spoon a generous dollop of the lemon herb butter over each sautéed walleye fillet.

Garnish:

• Garnish the dish with additional chopped parsley or chives for a burst of color.

Serve Immediately:

• Serve the sautéed walleye with lemon herb butter while warm, allowing the butter to melt over the fillets.

Optional Side Dish:

• Pair the dish with steamed asparagus or your favorite green vegetable, and serve it over wild rice for a complete, satisfying meal.