Crispy Fish

Name: Crispy Fish
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 2 cups dry potato flakes; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1 tablespoon garlic powder; 1 tablespoon seasoning salt; 1 tablespoon ground black pepper; 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper, or to taste; 4 (6 ounce) fillets cod; 2 cups butter flavored shortening, for frying

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I have tried this recipe with several varieties of white fish and it is always wonderful. This recipe also works without the flour for those of you who have allergies to wheat. I run a fish market and have shared this recipe with many people and they always come back with rave reviews. Serve with your favorite tartar sauce and chips (French fries)!

Recipe by Kristi

Updated on July 14, 2022

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Prep Time:

5 mins

Cook Time:

10 mins

Additional Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

30 mins

Servings:

4

Yield:

4 servings

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Ingredients

2 cups dry potato flakes
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon seasoning salt
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
2 teaspoons cayenne pepper, or to taste
4 (6 ounce) fillets cod
2 cups butter flavored shortening, for frying

Directions

In medium bowl, combine the potato flakes, flour, garlic powder, seasoning salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
Soak fish filets in bowl of cold water.
In a deep skillet or deep fryer, melt and heat the shortening to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Dredge fish filets in dry mixture and fry in the hot oil for 5 minutes or until fish flakes apart easily. Remove from oil and place on paper towels to absorb excess oil.

Tips

The nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of the breading ingredients. The actual amount of the breading consumed will vary. We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and the specific type of oil used.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

446	Calories
12g	Fat
47g	Carbs
36g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 446
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12g	16%
Saturated Fat 3g	15%
Cholesterol 62mg	21%
Sodium 835mg	36%
Total Carbohydrate 47g	17%
Dietary Fiber 3g	12%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 36g
Vitamin C 25mg	125%
Calcium 47mg	4%
Iron 3mg	16%
Potassium 1051mg	22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.