Description
Learn how to make delicious and crispy batter-dipped fish at home with this easy recipe. Perfect for a family dinner or a weekend indulgence, these golden fried fish fillets are sure to be a hit!
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 pounds white fish fillets (such as cod, haddock, or tilapia)
Batter Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (plus extra for dredging)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 cup cold sparkling water or club soda
Other:
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- Lemon wedges and tartar sauce for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Fish: Pat the fish fillets dry and cut them into desired portions. Lightly dredge each piece in flour and set aside.
- Make the Batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, pepper, and paprika. Gradually whisk in the cold sparkling water until a smooth, thick batter forms.
- Fry the Fish: Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet to 350°F. Dip each piece of fish into the batter, allowing excess to drip off, then carefully place it into the hot oil. Fry 2–3 pieces at a time for 4–5 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
- Serve: Serve hot with lemon wedges and tartar sauce.
Notes
- Keep the batter cold and the oil hot for the crispiest results.
- For extra crunch, add a bit of rice flour or use beer instead of sparkling water.
- This recipe also works great with shrimp or vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Deep Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
