How to Make Crispy Fried Fish - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like the taste of crispy fried fish – tender, flaky, and perfectly seasoned. Whether you're a seafood enthusiast or just looking to change up your dinner routine, this recipe for crispy fried fish is sure to satisfy your cravings. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of patience, you can create a restaurant-quality dish right in the comfort of your own kitchen.

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups beer
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 pound cod fillets
  • 2 cups crushed cornflake crumbs
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1 quart oil for frying

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Beat together beer, flour, egg, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl until smooth. Add cod fillets; stir gently until well coated.
  • Mix together cornflake crumbs and Cajun seasoning in a separate medium bowl until well combined. Dip cod in cornflake mixture to thoroughly coat all sides.
  • Heat oil in a large, heavy skillet or deep fryer to 365 degrees F (185 degrees C). Fry cod in hot oil until golden brown and flesh is easily flaked with a fork. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
  • Nutrition

    634 cal.

    • Total Fat: 24g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 95mg
    • Sodium: 833mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 69g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 29g
    • Vitamin C: 10mg
    • Calcium: 35mg
    • Iron: 15mg
    • Potassium: 563mg