Low Fat Crispy Fried Small Fish
Satisfy your seafood cravings guilt-free with this Low Fat Crispy Fried Small Fish recipe, a healthier take on a classic fried favorite! Using a mix of all-purpose flour, cornmeal, and a dash of smoked paprika and garlic powder for bold flavor, these small fish are crisped to perfection in the oven instead of deep-frying. Coated in frothy egg whites and spritzed with olive oil cooking spray, this recipe ensures a crunchy golden crust without the extra fat. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s perfect for a quick yet impressive dish that pairs beautifully with a fresh lemon wedge or your favorite dipping sauce. Ideal for smelt, anchovies, or any small fish, this recipe delivers the perfect balance of lightness and flavor.
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Ingredients
- 500 g Small fish (such as smelt or anchovies)
- 100 g All-purpose flour
- 50 g Cornmeal
- 1 tsp Baking powder
- 1 tsp Smoked paprika
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 2 Egg whites
- 2 tbsp Lemon juice
- 0 Olive oil cooking spray
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 220°C (428°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, baking powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
Step 3
In another bowl, whisk the egg whites with lemon juice until slightly frothy.
Step 4
Pat the small fish dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
Step 5
Dip each fish into the egg white mixture, ensuring it's thoroughly coated. Allow any excess egg white to drip off before coating the fish in the flour and cornmeal mixture. Gently press the dry mixture onto the fish to ensure a good crust forms.
Step 6
Place the coated fish on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, ensuring they do not touch each other.
Step 7
Lightly spray the fish with olive oil cooking spray to encourage browning and crispiness.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, then turn the fish over and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy on both sides.
Step 9
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Step 10
Serve hot with a wedge of lemon or your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (763.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1664.0 |
| Total Fat 53.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 13.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 350mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3377.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 126.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 2.0g | |
| Protein 162.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 1000IU | 0% |
| Calcium 786.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 19.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1908.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories