Crispy Fried Fish

For this fried fish, whip up a regular beer batter and add a final spicy, dry dredge to create a truly crispy dish.

Preparation Details

Prep Time: 30 mins

Cook Time: 15 mins

Total Time: 45 mins

Servings: 4

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

Steps

1. Gather all ingredients.
2. Beat together beer, flour, egg, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl until smooth.
3. Add cod fillets; stir gently until well coated.
4. Mix together cornflake crumbs and Cajun seasoning in a separate medium bowl until well combined.
5. Dip cod in cornflake mixture to thoroughly coat all sides.
6. 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.