Crispy Fried Fish Pieces
Get ready to savor the irresistible crunch of Crispy Fried Fish Pieces, a dish that combines golden, perfectly battered fish with a flavorful kick of spices. This recipe features firm white fish fillets coated in a light and airy batter made with all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and cold sparkling water, ensuring an ultra-crispy texture. Seasoned with a tantalizing blend of cayenne and black pepper, these bite-sized pieces are fried to perfection in hot vegetable oil for a delicate, melt-in-your-mouth interior and a satisfying crunch. Quick to prepare in just 30 minutes, this crowd-pleasing dish can be served as an appetizer, snack, or main course, with optional lemon wedges for a zesty touch. Whether you’re hosting a party or enjoying a cozy meal at home, Crispy Fried Fish Pieces are a surefire hit for seafood lovers! Perfect for keywords like "crispy fried fish," "easy seafood recipes," and "golden fried fish bites."
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams firm white fish fillets
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 cup cold sparkling water
- 500 milliliters vegetable oil
- 1 optional lemon wedges
Instructions
Cut the fish fillets into bite-sized pieces, ensuring they are roughly uniform in size for even cooking. Pat them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper until well combined.
Gradually add the cold sparkling water to the dry ingredients, whisking until a smooth batter forms. The batter should be thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.
In a large, heavy-bottomed pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 180°C (350°F), using a thermometer to monitor the temperature, if possible.
Dip each piece of fish into the batter, allowing any excess to drip off. Carefully place the battered fish pieces into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
Fry the fish for about 3-4 minutes per side or until the batter is golden brown and crispy. Maintain the oil temperature throughout the frying process.
Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried fish pieces from the oil and let them drain on a plate lined with paper towels to remove excess oil.
Serve the crispy fried fish pieces hot, garnished with lemon wedges, if desired. Enjoy as a snack, appetizer, or main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4867 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 455.8 g | 584% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.9 g | 330% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 284.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 275 mg | 92% | |
| Sodium | 3113 mg | 135% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 102.8 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | ||
| Protein | 122.6 g | 245% | |
| Vitamin D | 25.0 mcg | 125% | |
| Calcium | 125 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 8.5 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 1671 mg | 36% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
