Description
Crispy golden Crispy Battered Cod and Onion Rings shine as a classic seafood comfort dish from British cuisine. Delicate fish meets crunchy rings in a perfect harmony of textures that will delight you with each satisfying bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 cod fillets
- 2 large onions (sliced into rings)
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Batter Ingredients:
- 1 cup cold sparkling water
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
Seasoning and Cooking:
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Calibrate oil temperature in a deep-fryer or heavy-bottomed pot to precisely 350°F, creating an ideal frying environment for golden, crisp textures.
- Construct a light, airy batter by whisking flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper together, then smoothly incorporating cold sparkling water until achieving a silky, lump-free consistency.
- Meticulously pat cod fillets with paper towels to eliminate moisture, then slice onions into robust, substantial rings that will create substantial crunch.
- Submerge each cod piece and onion ring completely in the prepared batter, ensuring thorough, uniform coverage that will transform into a delicate, crispy shell during frying.
- Gently lower battered seafood and onion rings into the hot oil, maintaining careful spacing to prevent overcrowding and allowing each piece to cook evenly and develop a rich, golden-brown exterior.
- Monitor cooking process, allowing cod and onion rings to transform for approximately 4-5 minutes until they achieve a spectacular, crisp amber coloration and reach optimal internal temperature.
- Extract fried items using a slotted spoon, transferring to a wire rack or paper towel-lined surface to efficiently drain excess oil and preserve their remarkable crispness.
- Finish with a delicate sprinkle of salt and present immediately alongside zesty dipping sauces for a restaurant-quality culinary experience.
Notes
- Choose a neutral, high smoke point oil like vegetable or canola for consistent, crispy results without burning.
- Pat fish and onions completely dry before battering to prevent soggy, greasy texture and ensure maximum crispiness.
- Add a pinch of cornstarch or rice flour to the batter for extra crunchiness and lighter coating that stays crisp longer.
- Maintain consistent oil temperature around 350°F to prevent absorbing too much oil and ensure even, golden-brown exterior without raw interior.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg