High Protein Crispy Fried Small Fish
Dive into the satisfying crunch of this High Protein Crispy Fried Small Fish recipe, a quick and flavorful way to pack some serious protein into your meal! Perfect for fans of golden, deep-fried delicacies, this dish features small fish like smelt or whitebait coated in a seasoned cornmeal and flour batter infused with garlic powder, paprika, and a touch of baking powder for extra crispiness. A quick dip in hot oil transforms these tender fish into irresistibly crispy bites, garnished with fresh parsley and served alongside zesty lemon wedges for a punch of brightness. Ready in just 35 minutes, this crowd-pleaser is ideal as a sharing appetizer, seafood snack, or protein-packed main course. Whether you're aiming to impress at a get-together or satisfy a craving, this recipe will have everyone reaching for seconds!
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Ingredients
- 500 grams small fish (e.g., smelt or whitebait)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 120 grams cornmeal
- 80 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 large egg
- 60 milliliters milk
- 1 whole lemon, cut into wedges
- 1 liter vegetable oil, for frying
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Directions
Step 1
Rinse and pat dry the small fish with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
Step 2
In a large bowl, mix together the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, cornmeal, all-purpose flour, paprika, and baking powder.
Step 3
In a separate small bowl, beat the egg and mix in the milk until combined.
Step 4
Pour the milk and egg mixture over the dry ingredients and mix until a batter forms. The batter should be thick enough to coat the fish.
Step 5
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pan or fryer to 175°C (347°F).
Step 6
Dip each small fish into the batter, allowing any excess to drip off, and carefully place into the hot oil. Avoid overcrowding the pan.
Step 7
Fry the fish in batches until golden brown and crispy, approximately 3-4 minutes per batch.
Step 8
Use a slotted spoon to transfer the fried fish to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Step 9
Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the fried fish for garnish.
Step 10
Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the fish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1756.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 9528.7 |
| Total Fat 945.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 136.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g | |
| Cholesterol 636.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3088.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 166.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 4.6g | |
| Protein 120.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 1257.5IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1333.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 19.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2370.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories