Dairy-Free Crispy Fish Bites

Crunchy, golden, and irresistibly delicious, these Dairy-Free Crispy Fish Bites are a crowd-pleasing snack or dinner option that’s perfect for those avoiding dairy. Made with tender white fish fillets coated in a light, airy batter crafted from corn flour, rice flour, and sparkling water, these fish bites deliver a satisfying crunch without the use of milk or cream. A touch of smoked paprika and garlic powder infuses each bite with subtle, smoky flavor, while frying ensures a perfectly crispy exterior. Ready in just 30 minutes, these bites are ideal for busy weeknights or game-day appetizers. Serve them hot with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon for a zesty finish!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams White fish fillets (e.g., cod or tilapia)
• 100 grams Corn flour
• 50 grams Rice flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 250 ml Sparkling water
• 500 ml Vegetable oil (for frying)
• 4 pieces Lemon wedges
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Cut the fish fillets into bite-sized pieces, approximately 2.5 cm (1 inch) cubes, and pat dry with paper towels.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, combine corn flour, rice flour, baking powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

Step 3

Gradually add the sparkling water to the flour mixture, whisking until a smooth batter forms. The batter should have a consistency similar to thick cream.

Step 4

Heat the vegetable oil in a large frying pan or deep fryer to 180°C (350°F).

Step 5

Dip each piece of fish into the batter, allowing any excess to drip off before carefully placing it into the hot oil.

Step 6

Fry the fish bites in batches for about 4-5 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crisp. Ensure the oil returns to the right temperature between batches.

Step 7

Remove the cooked fish bites from the oil using a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.

Step 8

Repeat the frying process with the remaining fish bites.

Step 9

Once all the fish bites are fried and drained, serve them immediately with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1456.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5309.8

Total Fat 509.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 73.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 250mg	0%
Sodium 3139.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 125.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.6g	0%
Total Sugars 1.7g
Protein 112.3g	0%

Vitamin D 1000IU	0%
Calcium 160.4mg	0%
Iron 5.8mg	0%
Potassium 2039.2mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 82.8%

Protein: 8.1%

Carbs: 9.1%