Description
Indulge in a deliciously crispy and golden platter featuring perfectly battered cod fillets and savory onion rings. This dish is perfect for a satisfying meal or a fun, casual dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Battered Cod:
- 4 cod fillets (about 6 oz each)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup cold sparkling water
- Vegetable oil for frying
For the Onion Rings:
- 2 large onions, peeled and sliced into rings
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- For the Cod: In a bowl, mix flour, cornmeal, paprika, garlic powder, and baking powder. Gradually whisk in the cold sparkling water until the batter is smooth.
- Season the cod fillets with salt and black pepper. Dip each fillet into the batter, ensuring it’s fully coated.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 350°F (175°C). Fry the battered cod fillets until golden brown and crispy, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- For the Onion Rings: Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Dredge the onion rings in flour, then dip in buttermilk, and coat with breadcrumbs mixed with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Fry the onion rings in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per batch. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Serve the crispy battered cod fillets and onion rings together with your favorite dipping sauces.
Notes
Ensure the oil temperature remains consistent for perfect crispiness. Adjust seasoning as needed to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes