Soy-Free Crispy Fried Grouper
Elevate your seafood game with this Soy-Free Crispy Fried Grouper—a crowd-pleasing dish that's both light and irresistibly crunchy! This recipe combines tender, flaky grouper fillets with a perfectly seasoned batter made from pantry staples like all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and aromatic spices such as paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. The magic lies in the addition of club soda, which creates an airy batter that crisps up beautifully when fried to golden perfection. With no soy in sight, this recipe caters to dietary restrictions while delivering maximum flavor and texture. Serve these fillets hot with a squeeze of fresh lemon for a restaurant-quality meal that’s quick and easy to prepare. Perfect for dinner parties, weeknight meals, or whenever you're craving the ultimate crispy seafood experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 fillets Grouper fillets
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup Cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1 cup Club soda
- 4 cups Vegetable oil
- 1 for serving Lemon wedges
Instructions
Start by patting the grouper fillets dry with paper towels, ensuring they are very dry for a crispier coating.
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and baking powder. Mix well to ensure even distribution of spices.
Gradually add the club soda to the dry ingredients, whisking continuously until you have a smooth batter. The consistency should be similar to a pancake batter.
In a deep wide pan or fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). It is crucial to maintain this temperature for perfectly crispy fish.
Dip each grouper fillet into the batter, allowing any excess to drip off before carefully placing it into the hot oil.
Fry the fillets in batches if necessary, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. This ensures even cooking and crispiness.
Cook each side for about 5-7 minutes, or until the fillets are golden brown and crispy. The internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C).
Use a slotted spoon or tongs to remove the fillets from the oil, placing them on a wire rack or paper towels to drain excess oil.
Serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
8884 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 850.2 g | 1090% | |
| Saturated Fat | 122.6 g | 613% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 537.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 352 mg | 117% | |
| Sodium | 3399 mg | 148% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 129.5 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.4 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.7 g | ||
| Protein | 247.0 g | 494% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 300 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 11.5 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 4404 mg | 94% | |
*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.
