Pesce Fritto with Saratoga Chips
This recipe makes 10 servings
Ingredients
- 2 lb (1 kg) cod fillets, or halibut fillets
- 6 cups vegetable oil, for deep frying
- Batter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp grated lemon rind
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Pinch Pepper
- 1 cup water
Preparation
Cut cod into 3-inch (8 cm) chunks. Pat cod dry with paper towel.
In deep-fryer or deep heavy-bottomed pot, heat oil to 375°F (190°C) or until 1-inch (2.5 cm) cube of white bread turns golden in 30 seconds. Using fork, dip cod, 1 piece at a time, into batter, letting excess drip back into bowl. Cook, in batches and turning halfway through, until golden, about 3 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer to paper towel-lined baking sheet. Keep warm in 250°F (120°C) oven for up to 30 minutes.
Additional information :
Serve with Saratoga Chips.
- Keywords : Main Course; Fish; Flour; Deep Fry; Lemons;
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