Low Sodium Beer Battered Cod
Dive into crispy, golden perfection with this Low Sodium Beer Battered Cod recipe—an irresistible seafood dish that’s big on flavor but gentle on salt. Fresh cod fillets are coated in a light, bubbly beer batter made from a blend of all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and just the right mix of seasonings like garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Unsalted beer adds a delicate richness and gives the batter its signature crunch, while skipping the extra sodium makes this recipe ideal for heart-healthy or low-sodium diets. Quickly fried to a beautiful golden brown, each bite is tender, flaky, and wonderfully crisp. Finished with a squeeze of fresh lemon for a burst of acidity, this recipe is perfect for lunch, dinner, or a special fish fry night. Ready in under 40 minutes, it’s homemade comfort food at its finest!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Fresh cod fillets
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 cup Unsalted beer (lager or ale)
- 2 cups Vegetable oil
- 4 pieces Lemon wedges
Instructions
Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, ground black pepper, and paprika.
Gradually add the unsalted beer to the dry mixture, whisking until a smooth batter forms. The batter should be thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.
In a large pot or fryer, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat to 350°F (175°C).
Once the oil is hot, dip each piece of cod into the batter, allowing the excess to drip off.
Carefully place the battered cod into the hot oil, cooking them in batches to avoid overcrowding the pot. Fry each fillet for about 4-5 minutes per side or until they are golden brown and crispy.
Use a slotted spoon to remove the cooked cod from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
Serve the low sodium beer battered cod hot with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4520 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 422.4 g | 542% | |
| Saturated Fat | 60.4 g | 302% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 268.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 172 mg | 57% | |
| Sodium | 682 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 117.8 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.1 g | ||
| Protein | 86.9 g | 174% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 103 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 1974 mg | 42% | |
*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.
