Crispy Fried Fish | Golden, Crunchy and Flavorful Homemade Fish Recipe

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Crispy Fried Fish | Golden, Crunchy and Flavorful Homemade Fish Recipe

 

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Crispy Fried Fish is a classic seafood dish featuring tender fish fillets coated in a perfectly seasoned, golden-brown crust. Crispy on the outside and moist and flaky on the inside, this easy homemade recipe is perfect for family dinners, fish fries, or weekend gatherings.

Fresh white fish fillets are marinated with lemon juice, garlic, and simple seasonings before being coated in a flavorful blend of flour, cornstarch, and spices. The cornstarch helps create an extra-light, crunchy coating that stays crisp long after frying.

Deep-fried until beautifully golden, the fish develops a deliciously crisp exterior while remaining juicy and tender inside. Served with tartar sauce, lemon wedges, French fries, coleslaw, or a fresh garden salad, this versatile dish is always a crowd-pleaser.

Whether you're using cod, haddock, tilapia, catfish, pollock, or another firm white fish, Crispy Fried Fish is an easy, restaurant-style recipe that delivers incredible flavor and satisfying crunch in every bite. 

Cooking Method


  1. Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels. Rub them with the lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Let the fish marinate for 15–20 minutes.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, oregano, and baking powder.
  3. Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F (175°C).
  4. Dredge each fish fillet thoroughly in the seasoned flour mixture, pressing gently so the coating adheres well. Shake off any excess flour.
  5. Carefully lower the fish into the hot oil without overcrowding the pan.
  6. Fry for 4–6 minutes per side, depending on the thickness of the fillets, until golden brown, crispy, and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C).
  7. Remove the fish with a slotted spoon and transfer to a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  8. Allow the fish to rest for 2–3 minutes to maintain its crispiness.
  9. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with fresh lemon wedges.
  10. Enjoy immediately with tartar sauce, French fries, coleslaw, or your favorite dipping sauce.

 

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White fish fillets (cod, haddock, tilapia, catfish, or pollock) – 4 fillets (about 1½ lb / 680 g)

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Lemon juice – 2 tablespoons , Garlic – 3 cloves, minced , Salt – 1 teaspoon

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Black pepper – ½ teaspoon

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For the Coating : All-purpose flour – 1 cup (125 g) , Cornstarch – ½ cup (60 g) , Paprika – 1 teaspoon , Garlic powder – 1 teaspoon

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Onion powder – 1 teaspoon , Cayenne pepper – ½ teaspoon (optional) , Dried oregano – ½ teaspoon , Baking powder – 1 teaspoon

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For Frying : Vegetable oil – enough for deep frying

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Optional Garnish : Fresh parsley, chopped , Lemon wedges , Tartar sauce or spicy mayo for serving

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