Crispy Beer-Battered Fried Fish
Crispy Beer-Battered Fried Fish
Ingredients
For the Fish
- 2 cod fillets
- as needed vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
- 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients for the batter: all-purpose flour, cornstarch, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and Creole seasoning. Whisk them together thoroughly until well combined.
⏱️ 3 min
- 2
Gradually pour the beer (or club soda, if substituting) into the dry mixture while whisking continuously. Mix until a smooth batter forms. The batter should be slightly thin but not watery. Set aside.
⏱️ 2 min
- 3
Pat the cod fillets very dry on both sides using paper towels. This crucial step helps the batter adhere to the fish.
⏱️ 2 min
- 4
In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or deep fryer, add enough vegetable oil to reach a depth of 2-3 inches. Heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 350
- 5
Carefully dip one dried cod fillet into the prepared batter, ensuring it is fully coated. Allow any excess batter to drip off slightly before transferring to the hot oil.
⏱️ 1 min
- 6
Gently place the battered fish fillet into the hot oil. Repeat with the second fillet, frying them one or two at a time to avoid overcrowding the pot and dropping the oil temperature. Allow any excess batter to drip into the oil as you place them, as this will create crispy bits.
⏱️ 1 min•🌡️ 350
- 7
Fry the fish for approximately 7 to 8 minutes, or until the batter is golden brown and crispy, and the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Use a thermometer to ensure the internal temperature of the fish reaches 145°F.
⏱️ 8 min•🌡️ 350
- 8
Using a slotted spoon or spider, carefully remove the cooked fish from the oil and transfer it to a wire rack set over a baking sheet to drain any excess oil. Season immediately with additional Creole seasoning, if desired.
⏱️ 1 min
- 9
Serve the crispy fried fish immediately with your favorite sides like french fries, coleslaw, and tartar sauce.
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Crispy Beer-Battered Fried Fish
For the Fish
- 2 cod fillets
- as needed vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
- 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients for the batter: all-purpose flour, cornstarch, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and Creole seasoning. Whisk them together thoroughly until well combined.
⏱️ 3 min - 2
Gradually pour the beer (or club soda, if substituting) into the dry mixture while whisking continuously. Mix until a smooth batter forms. The batter should be slightly thin but not watery. Set aside.
⏱️ 2 min - 3
Pat the cod fillets very dry on both sides using paper towels. This crucial step helps the batter adhere to the fish.
⏱️ 2 min - 4
In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or deep fryer, add enough vegetable oil to reach a depth of 2-3 inches. Heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 350 - 5
Carefully dip one dried cod fillet into the prepared batter, ensuring it is fully coated. Allow any excess batter to drip off slightly before transferring to the hot oil.
⏱️ 1 min - 6
Gently place the battered fish fillet into the hot oil. Repeat with the second fillet, frying them one or two at a time to avoid overcrowding the pot and dropping the oil temperature. Allow any excess batter to drip into the oil as you place them, as this will create crispy bits.
⏱️ 1 min•🌡️ 350 - 7
Fry the fish for approximately 7 to 8 minutes, or until the batter is golden brown and crispy, and the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Use a thermometer to ensure the internal temperature of the fish reaches 145°F.
⏱️ 8 min•🌡️ 350 - 8
Using a slotted spoon or spider, carefully remove the cooked fish from the oil and transfer it to a wire rack set over a baking sheet to drain any excess oil. Season immediately with additional Creole seasoning, if desired.
⏱️ 1 min - 9
Serve the crispy fried fish immediately with your favorite sides like french fries, coleslaw, and tartar sauce.