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Crispy Keto Fried Fish Recipe

Crispy Keto Fried Fish Recipe
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Crispy Keto Fried Fish is a flavorful and low-carb dish featuring cod fillets coated in almond flour and fried to golden perfection using avocado oil. Perfectly seasoned with garlic powder, dried thyme, salt, and pepper, this recipe delivers a crunchy, satisfying fish dinner that’s ideal for keto and low-carb diets.

Ingredients

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Fish and Coating

  • 4 6-ounce cod fillets (1/2-inch thick)
  • 1 cup superfine almond flour
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

For Frying

  • Avocado oil (enough to fill 1/2 inch in the frying pan)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the egg mixture: In a shallow bowl, whisk together the large egg with kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and dried thyme until well combined, creating a flavorful dipping mixture for the fish.
  2. Coat the fish: Dip each cod fillet into the egg mixture to fully coat. Then place the fillet on a cutting board and sprinkle both sides evenly with superfine almond flour (about 1/4 cup per fillet), pressing gently with your hands to ensure the coating adheres well. This pressing method prevents soggy almond flour and ensures a crispy crust.
  3. Heat the oil: Pour avocado oil into a large nonstick frying pan until it reaches about 1/2 inch in depth. Heat the oil over medium-high heat for 3 to 5 minutes, until it is hot and shimmering, perfect for frying.
  4. Fry the fish (first side): Carefully place the coated fish fillets into the hot oil, cooking in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Fry the bottom side of the fish until golden brown and crisp, approximately 3 to 4 minutes.
  5. Flip and finish cooking: Turn the fillets over gently using a spatula. Lower the heat to medium to ensure the fish cooks evenly without burning. Continue cooking the other side until it is crisp and the fish is cooked through, about 3 to 4 more minutes.
  6. Serve immediately: Remove the crispy fried fish from the pan and serve right away to enjoy the best texture and flavor.

Notes

  • Use fresh cod fillets about 1/2 inch thick for even cooking and best texture.
  • Superfine almond flour works better for coating compared to regular almond meal for a crispier crust.
  • Pressing the almond flour onto the fish rather than dredging prevents sogginess.
  • Avocado oil has a high smoke point, making it ideal for frying.
  • Cook fish in batches if your pan can’t fit all fillets without overcrowding to maintain oil temperature and crispiness.
  • Serve immediately for optimal crunch as the coating can soften if left to sit.

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