Grandpa's Fried Fish

Crispy, golden, and irresistibly flavorful, Grandpa's Fried Fish is the nostalgic comfort food your family will love. This Southern-style recipe features tender fillets like cod, haddock, or catfish coated in a perfectly seasoned blend of cornmeal, flour, garlic powder, and paprika for a bold, crunchy exterior. Dipped in a simple egg and milk batter for the ultimate crisp finish, the fish is fried to perfection in hot vegetable oil until flaky and golden. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or a casual family gathering. Serve it with zesty lemon wedges and classic sides like coleslaw or fries for a mouthwatering meal that brings the authentic taste of old-fashioned cooking to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Fresh fish fillets (such as cod, haddock, or catfish)
• 120 grams All-purpose flour
• 60 grams Cornmeal
• 2 teaspoons Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 large Eggs
• 120 milliliters Milk
• 500 milliliters Vegetable oil (for frying)
• 4 pieces Lemon wedges (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels and set aside.

Step 2

In a shallow dish, combine all-purpose flour, cornmeal, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create the dry coating.

Step 3

In another shallow dish, whisk together the eggs and milk to create the wet batter.

Step 4

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat until it reaches 180°C (350°F). To test if the oil is ready, drop in a small piece of the coating mixture—it should sizzle immediately but not burn.

Step 5

While the oil heats, coat a fish fillet by dredging it first in the dry coating, then dipping it into the wet batter, and finally dredging it again in the dry coating. Ensure the fish is evenly coated. Repeat this process for all fillets.

Step 6

Carefully place the coated fillets into the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry the fish for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and the fish flakes easily with a fork.

Step 7

Use a slotted spoon or tongs to remove the fried fish from the oil, and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.

Step 8

Serve the fried fish hot with lemon wedges on the side for a zesty finish. Pair with your favorite sides, such as coleslaw or fries, for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1381.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5534.8

Total Fat 518.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 77.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 583.1mg	0%
Sodium 2806.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 160.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.1g	0%
Total Sugars 10.4g
Protein 107.6g	0%

Vitamin D 936.5IU	0%
Calcium 331.7mg	0%
Iron 11.5mg	0%
Potassium 2045.9mg	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: 81.3%

Protein: 7.5%

Carbs: 11.2%