Low Fat Classic Deep Fried Fish

Indulge in the crispy, golden perfection of this Low Fat Classic Deep Fried Fish, a lighter twist on a beloved favorite. Using a blend of whole wheat flour, cornstarch, and a hint of garlic and white pepper, this recipe creates a batter that delivers satisfying crunch without the guilt. The secret? A quick air-frying technique replaces traditional deep frying, slashing calories while maintaining irresistible texture and flavor. Infused with a touch of lemon juice for a zesty kick, these white fish fillets cook to flaky perfection in just 20 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or a healthier fish-and-chips craving, this dish pairs beautifully with a simple wedge of lemon. Low fat, high flavor, and easy to make—this air-fried fish recipe redefines classic comfort food!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (about 5-6 oz each) white fish fillets
• 0.5 cup whole wheat flour
• 0.25 cup cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoon white pepper (optional)
• 0.75 cup water
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 as needed cooking spray (preferably olive oil)
• 1 for serving lemon wedges

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a medium bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and white pepper, if using.

Step 3

Slowly add the water and lemon juice to the dry ingredients, whisking continuously to form a smooth, thin batter.

Step 4

Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.

Step 5

While the air fryer is preheating, lightly coat each fish fillet in the batter, allowing any excess to drip off.

Step 6

Once the air fryer is ready, lightly coat the basket with cooking spray to prevent sticking.

Step 7

Place the coated fish fillets in the air fryer basket in a single layer, making sure they don’t touch each other.

Step 8

Spray the tops of the fillets lightly with cooking spray to encourage browning.

Step 9

Air fry the fish for 10 minutes at 400°F (200°C).

Step 10

Carefully flip the fillets, spray the tops again with cooking spray, and air fry for an additional 10 minutes or until they are golden brown and cooked through.

Step 11

Remove the fish fillets from the air fryer and let them rest for a couple of minutes.

Step 12

Serve the low-fat deep-fried fish with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(870.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	852.0

Total Fat 10.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 283.5mg	0%
Sodium 1980.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 64.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.1g	0%
Total Sugars 1.2g
Protein 121.8g	0%

Vitamin D 1134IU	0%
Calcium 155.1mg	0%
Iron 5.5mg	0%
Potassium 2002.3mg	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: 10.8%

Protein: 58.4%

Carbs: 30.8%