Crispy Fried Fish Pieces
Transform your kitchen into a seaside eatery with these irresistibly crispy fried fish pieces—perfectly golden on the outside and flaky on the inside. This quick and easy recipe uses a light, airy batter made with cold sparkling water, a touch of cornstarch, and a hint of cayenne pepper for a subtle kick. The firm white fish fillets are delicately seasoned and fried to perfection, creating a crunchy texture that pairs beautifully with fresh lemon wedges. Ready in just 30 minutes, these fried fish bites are ideal as a snack, appetizer, or main course. Whether served with tartar sauce, a squeeze of citrus, or alongside your favorite sides, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.
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Ingredients
- 500 grams firm white fish fillets
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 cup cold sparkling water
- 500 milliliters vegetable oil
- 1 optional lemon wedges
Directions
Step 1
Cut the fish fillets into bite-sized pieces, ensuring they are roughly uniform in size for even cooking. Pat them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
Step 2
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper until well combined.
Step 3
Gradually add the cold sparkling water to the dry ingredients, whisking until a smooth batter forms. The batter should be thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.
Step 4
In a large, heavy-bottomed pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 180°C (350°F), using a thermometer to monitor the temperature, if possible.
Step 5
Dip each piece of fish into the batter, allowing any excess to drip off. Carefully place the battered fish pieces into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
Step 6
Fry the fish for about 3-4 minutes per side or until the batter is golden brown and crispy. Maintain the oil temperature throughout the frying process.
Step 7
Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried fish pieces from the oil and let them drain on a plate lined with paper towels to remove excess oil.
Step 8
Serve the crispy fried fish pieces hot, garnished with lemon wedges, if desired. Enjoy as a snack, appetizer, or main course.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1358.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4866.9 |
| Total Fat 455.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 65.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 284.0g | |
| Cholesterol 275mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3112.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 102.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 0.5g | |
| Protein 122.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 1000IU | 0% |
| Calcium 124.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1671.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories