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Crispy Fried Cod with Homemade Tartar Sauce Recipe

Crispy Fried Cod with Homemade Tartar Sauce Recipe
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Enjoy a classic seafood dish with this recipe for Crispy Fried Cod served with a delectable Homemade Tartar Sauce. The cod fillets are seasoned, coated in a crunchy breadcrumb mixture, and fried to golden perfection. Paired with the tangy tartar sauce, this dish is sure to be a hit at your dinner table.

Ingredients

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Crispy Fried Cod:

  • 1 1/2 pounds cod fillets, cut into portions
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour, divided
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Tartar Sauce:

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped dill pickles
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped capers
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried dill
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cod: Pat cod fillets dry and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Set up Breading Station: Place 1/2 cup flour on a plate, beaten eggs in a shallow bowl, and a mixture of the remaining flour, panko breadcrumbs, paprika, and garlic powder on another plate.
  3. Coat the Cod: Dredge each cod piece in flour, dip in egg, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
  4. Fry the Cod: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet and fry the cod in batches until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. Make Tartar Sauce: Mix mayonnaise, pickles, lemon juice, capers, mustard, dill, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  6. Serve: Drain fried cod on paper towels and serve hot with tartar sauce.

Notes

  • For extra crunch, double-dip the fillets for a thicker coating.
  • Recipe can be made with haddock or pollock.
  • Serve with fries, slaw, or lemon wedges.

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