Crispy Golden Fish Batter
This Ultimate Crispy Fish Batter creates a light, airy, and golden coating that stays crunchy while keeping the fish tender and flaky inside. Perfect for cod, haddock, pollock, and other white fish fillets.
Equipment
- Deep fryer or deep pan
- Large mixing bowl
- Measuring cups
- Paper towels
- Tongs
- Whisk
Ingredients
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup club soda or cold water
- 1 cup cornstarch
- 1 egg beaten
- 1 pound white fish fillets cod, haddock, or pollock
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Add the club soda and beaten egg and whisk until smooth.
- Heat the vegetable oil to 375°F (190°C).
- Pat the fish fillets dry.
- Dip each fillet into the batter until fully coated.
- Carefully place the fish into the hot oil.
- Fry for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain on paper towels and serve immediately.
Notes & Wine Advice
Recipe Notes
Serve the fish immediately after frying for the best crunch. Patting the fish dry before dipping it in the batter helps the coating stick better. Keep the oil at 375°F (190°C) so the batter becomes crisp instead of greasy. Serve with tartar sauce, lemon wedges, crispy fries, mushy peas, or coleslaw.Wine Advice
A chilled Chardonnay works well with the golden, crispy coating and mild white fish. A crisp Sauvignon Blanc is also a good match because its fresh citrus notes balance the fried batter nicely.Nutrition values
Calories: 385 kcal | Carbohydrates: 39 g | Protein: 24 g | Fat: 14 g | Saturated Fat: 2 g | Sodium: 1.2 mg | Sugar: 1 g