Long John Silver's Battered Fish Copycat
Recreate the iconic taste of your favorite fast-food seafood chain with this Long John Silver's Battered Fish Copycat recipe! Featuring tender cod or white fish fillets enveloped in a light, crispy batter made with a blend of pantry staples like flour, cornstarch, and a touch of paprika, this fried fish is irresistibly golden and perfectly seasoned. The secret lies in using club soda for a delicate, airy texture and frying to crispy perfection in hot oil at just the right temperature. With just 15 minutes of prep, you'll have a restaurant-worthy dish ready to serve in no time. Perfect as a main course or for fish-and-chips night, this crowd-pleaser is best enjoyed fresh with tartar sauce, lemon wedges, or your go-to dipping sauce. Get ready for a satisfying bite that's crunchy on the outside and flaky on the inside!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces Cod or White Fish Fillets
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 1.25 cups Club Soda
- 4 cups Vegetable Oil
Directions
Step 1
Pat the fish fillets dry with a paper towel and set aside. This step ensures the batter adheres better to the fish.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and sugar. Whisk together until evenly mixed.
Step 3
Slowly pour in the club soda and whisk until a smooth batter forms. The batter should have a thick yet slightly pourable consistency. If it's too thick, add a little more club soda.
Step 4
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep frying pan or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C). It's important to maintain this temperature to achieve the perfect crispness.
Step 5
Dip each fish fillet into the batter, ensuring it's fully coated, and gently shake off any excess batter.
Step 6
Carefully lower the battered fillets into the hot oil one at a time. Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan or fryer.
Step 7
Cook each fillet for about 4-5 minutes, turning occasionally, until the batter is golden brown and crispy, and the fish is cooked through.
Step 8
Use a slotted spoon or tongs to remove the fillets and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
Step 9
Serve immediately with tartar sauce, lemon wedges, or your favorite dipping sauce. Enjoy your homemade Long John Silver’s battered fish!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1693.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 8068.6 |
| Total Fat 841.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 120.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 537.6g | |
| Cholesterol 200.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3150.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 117.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 4.6g | |
| Protein 93.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 800.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 113.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1403.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories