Dairy-Free Crispy Fried Fish Pieces
Indulge in the ultimate crispy delight with this Dairy-Free Crispy Fried Fish Pieces recipe, a perfect choice for those seeking a golden, crunchy coating without the use of dairy. Featuring tender fish fillets like cod or tilapia, marinated in a zesty blend of lemon juice and aromatic spices, each piece is coated in a light, dairy-free batter made with almond milk, cornstarch, and baking powder for a perfectly crispy texture. Deep-fried to golden perfection, these fish pieces are bursting with bold flavors and crunch in every bite. Quick to prepare in just 35 minutes, they’re ideal as an appetizer, snack, or a crowd-pleasing main dish. Serve with your favorite dairy-free tartar sauce or a fresh squeeze of lemon for a truly irresistible treat. Perfect for fried food lovers, this recipe ensures both flavor and simplicity in every batch!
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Ingredients
- 500 grams Fish fillets (such as cod or tilapia)
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup Cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
- 0.5 cup Water
- 1 liter Oil for frying
Directions
Step 1
Cut the fish fillets into approximately 2-inch pieces.
Step 2
In a bowl, mix the fish pieces with lemon juice, 0.5 teaspoon salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper. Allow to marinate for 15 minutes.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, remaining 0.5 teaspoon salt, and baking powder.
Step 4
Gradually whisk in the almond milk and water to the flour mixture until you have a smooth batter.
Step 5
Heat the oil in a deep pan or fryer to 180°C (350°F).
Step 6
Dip each fish piece into the batter ensuring it is well coated.
Step 7
Carefully place the battered fish pieces into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
Step 8
Fry each batch for about 5-7 minutes or until golden brown and crisp.
Step 9
Remove cooked fish pieces using a slotted spoon and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Step 10
Serve hot with your favorite dairy-free tartar sauce or a squeeze of fresh lemon.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2061.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 9722.6 |
| Total Fat 1017.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 146.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g | |
| Cholesterol 300mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3266.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 129.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.1g | |
| Protein 124.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 1087.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 560.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1795.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories