Crispy Fish Fry (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Dry Ingredients
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1 ¾ cups white or yellow cornmeal
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¼ cup all-purpose flour
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1 tablespoon paprika
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2 teaspoons salt
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2 teaspoons lemon pepper seasoning
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½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
# Instructions:
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In a mixing bowl with a lid or a brown paper bag, combine cornmeal, flour, paprika, salt, lemon pepper, and cayenne pepper. Close and shake well to evenly blend all the seasonings.
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Place cleaned fish fillets into the bowl or bag with the seasoned cornmeal mix. Shake until each piece is fully coated.
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Heat canola or peanut oil to 375°F in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pan. Fry the fish fillets for 5-7 minutes until they turn golden brown and crispy.
# Notes:
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For an extra punch of flavor, add ½ teaspoon of garlic powder and ½ teaspoon of onion powder to the mix.
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The nutritional value is calculated based on the full cornmeal mix. The actual calories will depend on the size and type of fish fillets used.