Best 11 Best Fried Fish Recipes

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Welcome to the ultimate guide to cooking the best fried fish! Whether you're a seasoned chef or just starting in the kitchen, this article has everything you need to create a crispy, flavorful, and delicious fried fish dish that will tantalize your taste buds. Discover the secrets to selecting the perfect fish, preparing it properly, and mastering the art of frying to achieve golden-brown perfection. From classic Southern-style fried catfish to exotic Asian-inspired tilapia, we'll explore various recipes and techniques to suit every palate. So, get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we dive into the world of fried fish and create a meal that will leave you craving for more!

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

FISH FRY



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 22m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Vegetable oil, for frying
1 1/2 to 2 pounds fresh cod
Salt and pepper
1 /2 cup all-purpose unbleached flour
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons cold water, a splash
2 cups plain bread crumbs
1/2 teaspoon dried mustard powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, a few pinches
Wedged lemons and malt vinegar for topping

Steps:

  • Pour 2-inches of vegetable oil into a large skillet. Place skillet over large burner and heat oil over medium high heat. To check if the oil is hot enough, drop in 1-inch cube of white bread. The bread should brown in a 40 count.
  • Cut cod into 4 servings, 6 to 8-ounce portions and season with salt and pepper. Place a couple of scoops of flour in a pie tin. Combine egg and water in second tin. Season plain bread crumbs and mustard and cayenne in the third tin. Coat fish in flour, then egg, and then bread crumbs. Gently set coated fish into hot oil and fry 5 minutes on each side until medium golden brown in color.
  • When the fish is evenly golden all over, remove and drain on brown paper sacks.
  • Suggested: 3 disposable pie tins .

FRIED FISH



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 19m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups fine grind wheat flour
1/2 cup cornstarch
1 tablespoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 1/2 cups beer
6 (10-ounce) fresh fillets Pollack

Steps:

  • Combine flour, cornstarch, baking soda, baking powder, Old Bay, salt, and pepper. Add beer and stir. Let rest for 10 minutes. Dredge fish through mixture.
  • Preheat a deep-fryer or a deep pot filled halfway with oil to 350 degrees F. Gently immerse the fish in the oil, making sure it is fully submerged and deep-fry until it is golden brown and cooked through, about 4 minutes, turning to ensure even browning.

PAN FRIED FISH



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Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large or two small skin-on fish fillets, about 8 ounces (rainbow trout, small salmon, brown trout)
Kosher salt
Ground black pepper
Flour for dredging
2 tablespoon Canola oil
3 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoons capers, drained
1 lemon, juiced

Steps:

  • Heat a heavy pan over medium high heat.
  • Season fish on meat side with salt and pepper. Lightly dredge fish in flour and shake off excess. When pan is good and hot, add Canola oil followed immediately by 1 tablespoon butter. As soon as foaming subsides, place fish in pan with the skin side down. Jiggle pan for the first 10 seconds to keep the fish from sticking. Cook until golden crust forms on meat. Carefully turn fish away from you and again jiggle pan for the first few seconds. Cook until skin turns golden brown. Remove to a warm plate.
  • Pour out the cooking fat, add remaining butter and quickly fry the capers. Remove pan from the heat, add lemon juice to pan and swirl. Pour sauce over the fish and serve.

FRIED FISH



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For a crowd-pleasing dinner, replace half the fish fillets with large peeled shrimp: Dip them in batter first, then in panko before frying.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Time 45m

Yield Serves 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 cups safflower or other neutral-flavored oil
3/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons unbleached all-purpose flour
3/4 cup cornstarch
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 cups club soda or seltzer
3 pounds skinless freshwater fish fillets (1/2 to 1 inch thick), such as trout, perch, or walleye, cut into 2-inch pieces
Potato rolls, sliced tomatoes, pickles, potato chips, and lemon wedges, for serving
Tartar Sauce with Pickled Jalapenos, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large, heavy pot (preferably cast iron) to 365 degrees. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, 1 teaspoon salt, and baking powder. Gently whisk in club soda; do not overmix (there may be some lumps). Let stand 15 minutes.
  • Pat fish very dry; season with salt and pepper. Working with a few pieces at a time, dip fish in batter, then transfer directly to hot oil with tongs. Cook until crisp and golden brown all over, about 3 minutes. (Be sure to keep oil temperature between 345 degrees and 365 degrees.) Transfer to paper towels to drain. Serve fish hot on rolls, with tomatoes, pickles, chips, and tartar sauce, and lemon wedges alongside.

BATTER-FRIED FISH



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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

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

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 deep-frying
1/4 cup orange marmalade
1 to 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish

Steps:

  • Rinse fillets in cold water; pat dry. In a large shallow dish toss flour and fish, 1 piece at a time. Combine next 9 ingredients. , In a cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat 1 in. of oil. Dip floured fillets in cornstarch batter; fry over medium heat until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 2-3 minutes on each side. Combine marmalade and horseradish; serve with fish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 346 calories, Fat 12g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 420mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

MOM'S FRIED FISH



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Our family has an annual fish fry that centers around my mom's recipe. I think she makes the finest fried fish around. It's flaky and flavorful with a golden cracker-crumb coating, and her homemade tartar sauce is a fitting complement.-Julie Jahnke, Green Lake, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 eggs, lightly beaten
1-1/2 cups crushed saltines (about 45 crackers)
2 pounds whitefish fillets, cut in half lengthwise
Oil for frying
TARTAR SAUCE:
1 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
1 tablespoon finely chopped onion

Steps:

  • Place eggs and cracker crumbs in separate shallow bowls. Dip fillets into eggs, then coat with crumbs. Let stand for 5 minutes. , In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Fry fillets, a few at a time, for 2 minutes on each side or until fish is golden brown and flakes easily with a fork. Drain on paper towels. , In a small bowl, combine the tartar sauce ingredients. Serve with fish.

Nutrition Facts :

BEST OVEN FRIED FISH EVER



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This is a healthful way to eat fried fish, when you don't want a big greasy piece of meat. The yogurt gives it a great rich flavor.

Provided by JelsMom

Categories     Kid Friendly

Time 8h45m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 ounces alaskan pollock fillets (2 @ 6 oz each)
8 ounces plain low-fat yogurt
1 1/2 teaspoons mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3/4 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
1 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
1/4 cup corn flakes, crushed
olive oil (to drizzle on fillets)

Steps:

  • Mix together yogurt, mustard, salt, pepper, and thyme.
  • Place each fillet in mixture to coat, place coated fillets in a resealable plastic bag. Pour remaining marinade in bags. Place bags in refrigerator for 8 hours or overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • Mix together breadcrumbs and crushed cornflakes.
  • Remove fillets from bag & drain excess marinade. Dredge in in breadcrumb mixture until coated.
  • Place on cookie sheet. Drizzle with oil.
  • Cook 15-20 minutes until golden brown. Watch carefully to prevent burning of crust.
  • Serve plain, with tartar sauce, or with ketchup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 474.7, Fat 6.9, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 129.1, Sodium 1640, Carbohydrate 52.6, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 11.9, Protein 48.2

OVEN-FRIED FISH



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When you're looking for a fast, flavorful meal, look no further than fish! Parmesan cheese and special seasonings add a bit of an Italian flair to these fillets. Not only is this recipe low in fat, it's delicious as well. So it's sure to please everyone in the family.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1-1/2 pounds cod or haddock, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup crushed wheat crackers or seasoned dry bread crumbs
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Steps:

  • Place fish in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Brush with butter. In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients; sprinkle over fish. , Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 10-15 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261 calories, Fat 9g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 753mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 30g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

THE BEST FRIED FISH RECIPE EVER!



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This is my original Recipe for Fried Fish! You will LUV the crunchy coating with a great seasoning combination.

Provided by Cooking Ms. Wanda

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 -3 lbs fresh fish, of your choice (I prefer Fresh Lake Perch or White Bass)
1 1/2 cups unbleached white flour
1/2 cup wheat flour
3/4 cup cream of wheat
1 tablespoon garlic powder
3/4 teaspoon turmeric
3/4 teaspoon pepper (to taste)
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon all purpose Greek seasoning, plus
1/2 teaspoon all purpose Greek seasoning, for batter
1 teaspoon seasoning salt
1 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
1 egg
oil (for frying)

Steps:

  • Rinse fish and pat dry, cut into desired pieces. Mix egg, milk, 1/2 teaspoon of all-purpose Greek seasoning and hot sauce. Soak fish in milk mixture for 5-10 minutes. While fish is soaking mix remaining dry ingredients in bowl. Heat oil for frying or deep frying in large skillet. Drain fish and pat excess moisture from fish. Dip fish in dry mix and shake off excess. Place into hot skillet carefully and cook until brown on one side, flip and cook until brown. Drain fish on paper towels and place on warm plate in warm oven until all fish is done.
  • Serve with pepper rings, onion slices, and slice dill pickles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 412.2, Fat 4.8, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 55, Sodium 68.9, Carbohydrate 77.4, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 0.4, Protein 14.4

CRISPY FRIED FISH



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Whip up a regular beer batter, and add a final spicy dry dredge to create a truly crispy dish.

Provided by EHIEBERT

Categories     Seafood     Fish

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 egg
1 ½ cups beer
1 cup all-purpose flour
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:

  • In a medium bowl, beat together egg, beer, flour, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Place cod in the bowl, and thoroughly coat with the mixture.
  • In a separate medium bowl, mix the cornflake crumbs and Cajun seasoning. Dip the cod in the crumb mixture, and thoroughly coat all sides.
  • In a large, heavy skillet or deep fryer, heat the oil to 365 degrees F (185 degrees C). Fry the fish until golden brown, and flesh is easily flaked with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 634.3 calories, Carbohydrate 69.3 g, Cholesterol 95.3 mg, Fat 24.4 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 28.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 832.7 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

CRISPY FRIED FISH



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Bring back the Friday night fish fry tradition with this updated recipe. Using Progresso panko crispy bread crumbs help the crust stay extra-crisp, while the fish remains moist.

Categories     Entree

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/3 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons seasoned salt
2 eggs
1/2 cup dark beer or water
1 1/2 cups Progresso™ panko crispy bread crumbs
Peanut or corn oil for frying
1 1/2 lb fish fillets (walleye, cod, whitefish or tilapia)

Steps:

  • In shallow dish, mix flour and seasoned salt. In medium bowl, beat eggs and beer with whisk. Place bread crumbs in large resealable food-storage plastic bag.
  • In electric skillet or deep fryer, heat about 2 inches oil to 350°F. Coat both sides of fish fillets with flour mixture, then dip in beer mixture, letting excess drip back into bowl. Place 1 or 2 pieces of fish at a time in plastic bag with bread crumbs; seal bag and shake to coat completely.
  • Fry fish in batches in hot oil about 4 minutes, turning once, until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Carbohydrate 39 g, Cholesterol 240 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 41 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 880 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right fish: For frying, it's best to choose a firm-fleshed fish that will hold its shape well, such as cod, haddock, catfish, or tilapia.
  • Get the oil right: Use a high-smoke point oil, such as canola, vegetable, or grapeseed oil. Heat the oil to the correct temperature before adding the fish (usually around 375°F).
  • Season the fish: Before frying, season the fish with salt, pepper, and any other desired spices or herbs.
  • Coat the fish: To get a crispy coating, dip the fish in a mixture of flour, cornstarch, and seasonings before frying.
  • Fry the fish in batches: Don't overcrowd the pan, or the fish will steam instead of fry. Fry the fish in batches if necessary.
  • Cook the fish until golden brown: The fish is done frying when it is golden brown and opaque all the way through. Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the internal temperature has reached 145°F.
  • Drain the fish on paper towels: After frying, drain the fish on paper towels to remove any excess oil.

Conclusion:

Fried fish is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. With the right ingredients and techniques, you can easily make delicious fried fish at home. Experiment with different types of fish, coatings, and seasonings to find your favorite recipe. Serve fried fish with your favorite sides, such as coleslaw, tartar sauce, or french fries, and enjoy!

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