2 lbs. fish fillets, steaks or pan-dressed fish
1 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
1 egg
1 tbsp. water
1 c. all-purpose flour, cornmeal or grated Parmesan cheese
Shortening

If fish fillets are large, cut into 10 to 12 serving pieces. Sprinkle both sides of fish with salt and pepper. Beat egg and water until blended. Dip fish into egg, then coat with flour.

Heat shortening (1/8 inch) in skillet until hot. Fry fish in hot shortening over medium heat, turning fish carefully, until brown on both sides, about 10 minutes. Yield: 10 to 12 servings.