Fried Cod Fillets
Cod fillets coated in egg and seasoned flour and fried until golden, crunchy, and flaky inside.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Frying thermometer
- Shallow dishes
- Paper towels
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 cod fillets about 6 ounces each
- 2 large eggs beaten
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- 1 cup canola oil for frying
- 1 tsp seafood seasoning
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp lemon zest
Instructions
Cooking
- Set up. Beat the eggs and mix the flour with the seasoning, salt, paprika, and zest.
- Coat. Dip each fillet in egg, then press into the flour mixture.
- Heat. Warm the oil in a skillet to 350 degrees F.
- Fry. Cook the fillets four to five minutes per side until golden and 145 degrees F inside.
- Drain. Rest the fish on paper towels before serving.
Notes
Substitutions: Use panko in place of flour, and haddock or pollock in place of cod.
Tips: Dry the fish and keep the oil near 350 degrees F.
Storage: Refrigerate for up to two days and reheat in a hot oven.
Nutrition is calculated per serving and includes oil absorbed during frying.