Whiting Fillets

[evilqueenfan]

I have frozen whiting fillets that I am preparing for dinner tonight. While I have eaten whiting, I have never cooked it at home. There is a dark skin on one side of the fillets. I was planning on breading the fillets and baking them. Does this skin need to be removed? I am afraid if I leave it on that it will be to rough of a texture and interfere with the flavor of the fish. I am looking at the skin and thinking that it may be difficult to remove. Any tips, suggestions or downright help would be most appreciated. Thanks for any help.

 

[evilqueenfan]

Well, looks like noone makes breaded whiting...lol. I knew we should have just headed to the local fish fry. That's what I get for bring inspired by the "eat at home" thread.

 

[ccgirl]

If there is skin on it, typically I broil or bake and not fry. I have never had whiting. Sorry.

 

[punkin]

you can fry it with the skin on. It is too much trouble to take off IMO.

 

[katesorad]

I don't eat meat, but I do cook it.. and I personally would remove the skin before cooking the fish. You can make chips out of the skin and use it as a garnish!