Description
Battered Fried Fish is a delicious, crispy delight that brings the taste of the seaside to your kitchen. This easy-to-make recipe features tender fish enveloped in a flavorful batter, perfect for casual dinners or festive gatherings. In just 15 minutes of prep, you can create restaurant-quality battered fish that will impress friends and family alike. Serve it with classic accompaniments like tartar sauce and lemon wedges for an unforgettable meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 pounds firm white fish
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- Oil for frying (canola, vegetable, or peanut)
Instructions
- Preheat oil in a Dutch oven to 375°F.
- In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, smoked paprika, and salt.
- Create a well in the dry mix; add eggs and milk, stirring until smooth.
- Pat fish dry; dip into batter and fry in batches for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels and serve immediately with lemon and tartar sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg