Low Fat Beer Battered Cod

Indulge guilt-free with this Low Fat Beer Battered Cod—a healthier twist on the classic pub favorite! Featuring tender cod fillets coated in a light, crispy beer batter made with whole wheat flour and seasoned with garlic powder, black pepper, and a splash of fresh lemon juice, this oven-baked recipe delivers all the crunch and flavor without the deep-frying. Perfectly golden brown and ready in just 35 minutes, this dish uses light beer and a quick spray of non-stick cooking spray to create a deliciously crisp coating while keeping fat content to a minimum. Serve with lemon wedges or low-fat tartar sauce for a wholesome, satisfying seafood meal that's perfect for weeknights or casual gatherings. Try this easy, healthier alternative today!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces cod fillets
• 1 cup light beer
• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 can non-stick cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lightly coat the paper with non-stick cooking spray.

Step 2

In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking powder, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.

Step 3

Slowly pour in the light beer, whisking constantly until the batter is smooth and free of lumps.

Step 4

Rinse the cod fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.

Step 5

Sprinkle the cod fillets with lemon juice and lightly season with salt and pepper.

Step 6

Dip each cod fillet into the beer batter, allowing any excess to drip off. Ensure each piece is well coated.

Step 7

Place the battered fillets onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving enough space between each piece for even baking.

Step 8

Spray the tops of the fillets lightly with non-stick cooking spray to help them crisp in the oven.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cod is cooked through and the batter is golden brown and crispy.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and serve immediately with your choice of low-fat tartar sauce or lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1415.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2811.3

Total Fat 167.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 1.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 344mg	0%
Sodium 2079.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 111.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.1g	0%
Total Sugars 1.6g
Protein 161.0g	0%

Vitamin D 320IU	0%
Calcium 185.8mg	0%
Iron 8.2mg	0%
Potassium 3891.8mg	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: 58.1%

Protein: 24.8%

Carbs: 17.1%