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Battered Fried Fish

Crispy Battered Fried Fish that's Quick and Family-Friendly

This Battered Fried Fish recipe is quick, delicious, and perfect for family dinners, combining crispy batter with tender fish.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour gluten-free flour can be a substitution
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • ½ teaspoon Onion Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 pinch Salt use kosher or sea salt
For the Wet Ingredients
  • 2 large Eggs
  • ¾ cup Milk buttermilk can be a substitution
For Frying
  • 2-3 quarts Oil canola or peanut oil for frying
For the Fish
  • 1 pound Firm White Fish Fillets cod, haddock, or tilapia

Equipment

  • Dutch oven
  • medium bowl
  • whisk
  • Slotted Spoon

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat oil in a Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pan to approximately 350°F.
  2. In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, whisk eggs until frothy, then add milk and mix well.
  4. Combine wet mixture into dry ingredients, stirring gently until smooth.
  5. Pat fish fillets dry, then dip each into the batter to coat thoroughly.
  6. Fry each piece in batches for 3-4 minutes per side until golden-brown.
  7. Remove cooked fish with a slotted spoon to a plate lined with paper towels.
  8. Serve immediately with lemon wedges and your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Chill batter and fish in the fridge for 30 minutes before frying for extra crispiness. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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