Batter-Fried Fish

Name: Batter-Fried Fish
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2 servings.
Ingredients: 1/2 pound cod fillet; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 2 to 3 tablespoons cornstarch; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/4 teaspoon onion powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/4 teaspoon paprika; 1/8 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/8 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/3 cup club soda; Oil for frying; 1/4 cup orange marmalade; 1 to 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish

Whether I'm fixing cod fillets or my husband's catch of the day, this fish fry batter makes the fish golden and crispy. Club soda gives it a different twist...and the sweet and zippy sauce complements the fish nicely. —Nancy Johnson, Connersville, Indiana

Ingredients

1/2 pound cod fillet
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 to 3 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon dried thyme
1/3 cup club soda
Oil for frying
1/4 cup orange marmalade
1 to 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish

Directions

Rinse fillets in cold water; pat dry. In a large resealable plastic bag, toss flour and fish, one piece at a time. Combine next nine ingredients.
In a heavy skillet, heat 1 in. of oil. Dip floured fillets in cornstarch batter; fry over medium heat until fish flakes easily with a fork, 2-3 minutes on each side. Combine marmalade and horseradish; serve with fish.

Nutrition Facts

1 each: 247 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 43mg cholesterol, 412mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (27g sugars, 1g fiber), 19g protein.

Originally published as Batter-Fried Fish in Taste of Home December/January 2002

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rjmaz

Jan 29, 2011

I tried this recipe because my son is allergic to eggs. I have used it with fish and chicken nuggets. My kids absolutely love it.
Sprowl

Feb 20, 2010

My husband loves fish, I don't, but try to fix it during lent. We both give this recipe a "thumbs up".
jann3351

May 7, 2009

This was great! The soda amount could be a little less.[1/4 c.]
jann3351

May 7, 2009

This was great! The soda amount could be a little less.[1/4 c.]