Low Carb Crispy Fried Small Fish
Elevate your snacking game with this irresistible Low Carb Crispy Fried Small Fish recipe, perfect for seafood lovers seeking a healthy twist on traditional fried treats. Featuring tender, small whole fish like smelt or anchovies, these morsels are coated in a flavorful blend of almond flour, Parmesan cheese, and spices like garlic powder and paprika for a gluten-free crunch. Eggs bind the coating seamlessly, while frying in olive oil ensures a golden, crispy texture without compromising on heart-healthy fats. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish is quick, ketogenic-friendly, and bursting with zesty refreshment when paired with freshly squeezed lemon wedges. A winning seafood appetizer or snack, these crispy bites are sure to delight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g small whole fish (e.g., smelt, anchovies)
- 100 g almond flour
- 50 g parmesan cheese, finely grated
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 1 whole lemon, cut into wedges
- 200 ml olive oil
Instructions
Rinse the small whole fish under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
In a bowl, combine the almond flour, grated parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create your low-carb coating.
In another bowl, beat the eggs until well combined.
Dip each small fish into the beaten eggs, ensuring it is fully coated, then roll it in the almond flour mixture. Press gently to ensure the coating sticks to the fish.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Ensure the oil is hot enough by dropping a pinch of the flour mixture into the oil; if it sizzles immediately, the oil is ready.
Carefully add the coated fish to the hot oil, making sure not to crowd the pan. Fry the fish in batches if necessary.
Cook each side for about 3-4 minutes or until the coating is golden brown and the fish is cooked through.
Remove the fried fish from the oil and drain on a paper towel-lined plate to remove excess oil.
Serve the crispy fried fish hot, garnished with lemon wedges for squeezing over the top.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3304 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 289.7 g | 371% | |
| Saturated Fat | 53.9 g | 270% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 17.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 765 mg | 255% | |
| Sodium | 3623 mg | 158% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.9 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.2 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.4 g | ||
| Protein | 151.1 g | 302% | |
| Vitamin D | 31.5 mcg | 157% | |
| Calcium | 1721 mg | 132% | |
| Iron | 16.2 mg | 90% | |
| Potassium | 2054 mg | 44% | |
*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.
