Gluten-Free Crispy Fried Fish Pieces

Transform your seafood nights with these irresistibly golden-brown **Gluten-Free Crispy Fried Fish Pieces**, perfect for anyone craving light yet crunchy comfort food without the gluten. Made with tender white fish fillets like cod or haddock, this recipe achieves its signature crispiness thanks to a unique batter of gluten-free all-purpose flour, cornstarch, sparkling water, and a touch of aromatic seasonings like paprika and garlic powder. Quick to prepare in just 30 minutes, the fish is fried to perfection in hot oil, yielding a satisfyingly crunchy exterior and a flaky, tender inside. Serve these delectable fish bites fresh with a squeeze of lemon for a zesty finishing touch, making them ideal for weeknight dinners, seafood platters, or even a gluten-free twist on classic fish and chips. Whether you're catering to dietary needs or just love a flavorful fried fish recipe, this gluten-free option delivers on texture and taste.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound white fish fillets (such as cod or haddock)
• 1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 large egg
• 1 cup sparkling water (cold)
• 4 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
• 1 optional lemon wedges (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Begin by cutting the white fish fillets into 2-inch pieces. Pat the fish pieces dry with paper towels to ensure the batter sticks well.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the gluten-free all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Mix well to make the dry batter mixture.

Step 3

In another small bowl, beat the egg thoroughly. Add the cold sparkling water to the egg and gently mix to combine.

Step 4

Pour the egg and sparkling water mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring until you have a smooth, slightly thick batter without any lumps.

Step 5

Heat the vegetable oil in a large, deep frying pan or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. The oil should reach a temperature of about 350°F (175°C) for frying.

Step 6

Once the oil is hot, carefully dip each piece of fish into the batter, allowing any excess batter to drip off. Gently place the battered fish pieces into the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan.

Step 7

Fry the fish pieces for about 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon or tongs to carefully remove the fried fish from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.

Step 8

Repeat the frying process with the remaining fish pieces.

Step 9

Serve the crispy fried fish pieces hot with lemon wedges on the side, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1894.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	9172.9

Total Fat 958.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 137.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 446.3mg	0%
Sodium 3200.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 144.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.7g	0%
Total Sugars 2.3g
Protein 92.9g	0%

Vitamin D 960.9IU	0%
Calcium 118.7mg	0%
Iron 4.2mg	0%
Potassium 1604.8mg	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: 90.1%

Protein: 3.9%

Carbs: 6.0%