Description
Captain d’s style batter-dipped fish delivers a crispy, golden seafood experience that transports home cooks to classic southern seafood restaurants. Delicate fish fillets coated in seasoned batter promise a satisfying crunch you’ll savor with each delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 pounds cod, hake, or other white fish
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
Dry Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Liquid Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups water
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil to 350°F in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed saucepan, ensuring sufficient depth for proper frying.
- Craft the batter by blending flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and cayenne pepper in a medium mixing bowl. Gradually incorporate water, whisking until the mixture becomes smooth and slightly frothy.
- Thoroughly pat fish fillets with paper towels to eliminate excess moisture, creating an ideal surface for batter adhesion.
- Completely submerge each fish fillet into the prepared batter, ensuring uniform and thorough coating on all sides.
- Carefully lower battered fish into hot oil, maintaining a consistent temperature. Fry individual pieces for 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally to achieve an even, crispy golden-brown exterior.
- Remove fried fish using a slotted spoon and transfer to a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil, allowing the coating to remain crisp and light.
- Let fish rest for 1-2 minutes before serving to allow the internal temperature to stabilize and the exterior to maintain its crunchiness.
Notes
- Ensure the fish is completely dry before battering to achieve a crispy, golden exterior that doesn’t become soggy.
- Maintain consistent oil temperature around 350F for even cooking and preventing the fish from absorbing excess oil.
- Experiment with gluten-free flour alternatives like rice flour or almond flour for those with dietary restrictions.
- Add extra flavor by incorporating herbs like dried dill or paprika into the batter for a more complex taste profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg