Low Fat Classic Deep Fried Fish
Discover a guilt-free twist on a beloved seafood favorite with this Low Fat Classic Deep Fried Fish recipe! Masterfully combining crispy, golden-brown perfection with wholesome ingredients, this recipe swaps traditional deep frying for air frying, drastically reducing oil use while preserving the satisfying crunch we all crave. The light batter, made with whole wheat flour, cornstarch, and a hint of lemon juice, delivers rich flavor without excess fat. Perfectly seasoned with garlic powder and optional white pepper, each bite is a harmonious blend of savory and zesty. Ready in under 35 minutes, this healthier take on deep-fried fish is ideal for family dinners or quick weeknight meals. Serve with a squeeze of fresh lemon for a bright finishing touch. Searching for low-fat, air fryer fish recipes? This one’s destined to be your new go-to!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (about 5-6 oz each) white fish fillets
- 0.5 cup whole wheat flour
- 0.25 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon white pepper (optional)
- 0.75 cup water
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 as needed cooking spray (preferably olive oil)
- 1 for serving lemon wedges
Instructions
Rinse the fish fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
In a medium bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and white pepper, if using.
Slowly add the water and lemon juice to the dry ingredients, whisking continuously to form a smooth, thin batter.
Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
While the air fryer is preheating, lightly coat each fish fillet in the batter, allowing any excess to drip off.
Once the air fryer is ready, lightly coat the basket with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
Place the coated fish fillets in the air fryer basket in a single layer, making sure they don’t touch each other.
Spray the tops of the fillets lightly with cooking spray to encourage browning.
Air fry the fish for 10 minutes at 400°F (200°C).
Carefully flip the fillets, spray the tops again with cooking spray, and air fry for an additional 10 minutes or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
Remove the fish fillets from the air fryer and let them rest for a couple of minutes.
Serve the low-fat deep-fried fish with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
852 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.0 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.0 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 284 mg | 94% | |
| Sodium | 1981 mg | 86% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 64.1 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.1 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.2 g | ||
| Protein | 121.8 g | 244% | |
| Vitamin D | 28.4 mcg | 142% | |
| Calcium | 155 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 2002 mg | 43% | |
*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.
