Whole30 Crispy Fried Fish Pieces
Dive into a crave-worthy recipe with these Whole30 Crispy Fried Fish Pieces—a healthy twist on a classic favorite! Perfect for those following a Whole30 or gluten-free lifestyle, this dish features tender white fish fillets coated in a seasoned crust made with almond flour and arrowroot powder, giving you a crunchy, golden exterior without traditional breadcrumbs. Infused with the savory flavors of garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper, each bite is bursting with taste while remaining compliant with clean eating guidelines. Fried to perfection in coconut oil for a subtle, nutty richness, these fish pieces are ready in just 35 minutes and make an irresistible appetizer or main dish. Serve with zesty lemon wedges for a bright finishing touch and enjoy a guilt-free indulgence that’s sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound white fish fillets (e.g., cod, haddock)
- 1 cup almond flour
- 0.5 cup arrowroot powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 cup coconut oil
- 4 lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
Cut the white fish fillets into small pieces, about 2 inches in size.
In a shallow bowl, combine almond flour, arrowroot powder, sea salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Mix well to create the coating mixture.
In another shallow bowl, whisk the eggs until the yolks and whites are fully combined.
Dip each fish piece into the egg mixture, ensuring it is well coated.
Transfer the egg-coated fish piece to the almond flour mixture, pressing gently to ensure an even coating. Shake off any excess flour.
In a large skillet, heat the coconut oil over medium-high heat. The oil should be hot enough so that a small piece of fish sizzles upon contact.
Carefully place the coated fish pieces into the hot skillet, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. You may need to cook in batches.
Fry the fish pieces for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
Once cooked, transfer the fish pieces to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Serve immediately with lemon wedges.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2540 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 172.4 g | 221% | |
| Saturated Fat | 99.4 g | 497% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 599 mg | 200% | |
| Sodium | 2748 mg | 119% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 140.1 g | 51% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.0 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.9 g | ||
| Protein | 116.1 g | 232% | |
| Vitamin D | 24.7 mcg | 124% | |
| Calcium | 381 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 10.4 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 1686 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.
