Flour-Fried Fish: A Delicious Alternative to Breadcrumb Coating

Looking for a delightful twist on traditional fish frying? Say goodbye to breadcrumbs and hello to a crispy, golden coating made from flour. This simple recipe showcases how to prepare delicious flour-fried fish using only the right ingredients and a little bit of creativity.

Ingredients

1-2 pounds fish (any white fish works well, such as cod, tilapia, or catla) 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional) 2 eggs Vegetable oil for frying Lemon wedges for serving Chopped herbs (e.g., parsley or cilantro) for garnish

Instructions

Prepare the fish: Cut the fish into desired pieces (e.g., fillets, strips, or chunks). Rinse and pat dry with paper towels to ensure no excess moisture interferes with the frying process. Mix dry ingredients: In a shallow dish, combine the flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Dip in eggs: In a separate dish, beat the eggs well. Coat with flour mixture: Dip each fish piece in the beaten eggs, then coat it in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess. Fry: Heat about 1/2 inch (1 cm) of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the coated fish pieces until golden brown and cooked through (about 3-4 minutes per side). Drain excess oil: Remove the fried fish from the oil with a slotted spoon and place it on paper towels to absorb any excess oil. Serve: Serve the fish hot, garnished with lemon wedges and chopped herbs (e.g., parsley or cilantro).

Tips

Use a light hand: When coating the fish with the flour mixture, use a light hand to avoid a thick crust. Extra crispiness: For extra crispiness, you can chill the coated fish pieces in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before frying. Adjust seasoning: Taste and adjust the seasoning according to your preference. Lighter coating: If you prefer a lighter coating, use only 1/2 cup of flour.

Variations

To add some variety to this dish:

Spicy fish fry: Add more cayenne pepper or red chili flakes to the flour mixture for a spicy kick. Herb-crusted fish fry: Mix chopped herbs (such as parsley or cilantro) into the flour mixture for a unique flavor. Lemon-herb fish fry: Add lemon zest to the flour mixture and squeeze fresh lemon juice over the fried fish.

Let me know if you have any questions or if you'd like to try any variations!