Extra Crispy Fried Fish

Extra Crispy Fried Fish

Introduction

There’s something undeniably satisfying about biting into golden, extra crispy fried fish. The crunch of a perfectly fried batter gives way to tender, flaky fish inside, creating a textural masterpiece that’s hard to resist. This recipe takes a simple fish fillet—like cod, tilapia, or catfish—and transforms it into a restaurant-quality, deep-fried delight at home. Using a combination of flour, cornstarch, and cold club soda, the batter stays light and airy while turning irresistibly crisp. Serve it with a squeeze of lemon, tartar sauce, or your favorite dipping sauce for a meal everyone will rave about.

Ingrédients

• 4 fish fillets (cod, tilapia, or catfish)
• 1 cup all-purpose flour (120 g) – for dredging
• 1 cup cornstarch (120 g) – for extra crispiness
• 1 teaspoon baking powder (4 g)
• 1 teaspoon salt (5 g)
• ½ teaspoon black pepper (1 g)
• ½ teaspoon paprika or cayenne pepper (optional, 1 g)
• 1 cup cold club soda or cold water (240 ml)
• Vegetable or canola oil, for frying (about 2 inches / 5 cm depth)

Instructions