Tanner’s Best Bacon Walleye

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 18

Tanner's Best Bacon Walleye: A Deliciously Savory Fish Recipe

by The Chefin Seafood

Prep

20 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

470

Sugar

Fat

29g

Tanner's Best Bacon Walleye is a mouth-watering seafood recipe that is sure to delight the senses with its unique blend of flavors. Walleye is a freshwater fish commonly found in North America, and it pairs perfectly with the salty, smoky flavor of bacon. This dish is easy to prepare and is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2.	Reserve two slices of bacon and chop the remaining bacon into small pieces. Set aside.
3.	In a medium mixing bowl, mix together the melted butter, honey, salt, and black pepper.
4.	Place half of the sliced onions in the bottom of a baking pan. Lay the walleye fillets on top of the onion layer.
5.	Spoon the melted butter mixture over the top of the walleye fillets, making sure to cover both sides evenly.
6.	Cover the fillets with the remaining onions.
7.	Take the reserved bacon slices and cut them in half. Lay them on top of the onions, crisscrossing them to create an X over each fillet.
8.	Sprinkle the reserved chopped bacon pieces over the top of the onions and bacon slices.
9.	Bake for 20-25 minutes until the fish is cooked through and the bacon is crispy.

PROS

Tanner’s Best Bacon Walleye is a delicious, savory fish recipe that is sure to satisfy any seafood lover.

The combination of fresh walleye fillets, crispy bacon, and sweet honey creates a unique and flavorful dish.

It is also an excellent source of protein and healthy fats.

CONS

Bacon does add some extra calories to this dish, making it not the healthiest seafood recipe out there.

If you’re on a low-fat diet, it might not be the best choice for you.

It also requires some prep work before you can cook it.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Walleye is a great source of protein and contains healthy nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids that are essential for heart health.
Bacon, on the other hand, is a rich source of protein but also high in fat and calories.
However, when eaten in moderation, it can be a part of a balanced diet and has health benefits such as promoting satiety.

	16 slices bacon , cooked lightly - divided
	4 walleye fillets
	1 onion , halved and thinly sliced - divided
	1/4 cup butter , melted
	2 tablespoons honey
	1/2 teaspoon salt
	1/4 teaspoon black pepper