This Catch-of-the-Day recipe is perfect for seafood lovers. It features a flavorful and succulent fish with a delicate texture. The fish is coated in a crispy batter and served with homemade tartar sauce. Savor the taste of the sea with this easy-to-make and satisfying dish.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds of fresh catch-of-the-day fish fillets (such as snapper, halibut, or cod)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup cold seltzer water
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons chopped dill pickles
- 1 tablespoon chopped capers
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges, for serving
Directions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Gradually add the seltzer water to the flour mixture, whisking until smooth.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Dip each fish fillet into the batter, allowing any excess to drip off.
- Carefully place the battered fillets into the hot oil, ensuring they are not overcrowded. Fry for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
- Remove the fried fish from the oil and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, dill pickles, capers, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined to make the tartar sauce.
- Serve the crispy fish fillets hot with a side of tartar sauce and lemon wedges.
- Enjoy your delicious Catch-of-the-Day!
