Gluten-Free Crispy Fish Bites

Transform your seafood snacking game with these irresistible Gluten-Free Crispy Fish Bites! Made with firm white fish fillets and coated in a light, golden batter crafted from gluten-free all-purpose flour and cornstarch, these bite-sized morsels are perfectly crisp on the outside and flaky on the inside. The secret to their airy texture? A splash of soda water and a pinch of baking powder in the batter, enhanced with garlic powder, paprika, and a touch of salt and pepper for a zesty flavor. Ready in just 30 minutes, these fish bites are deep-fried to crispy perfection and pair beautifully with your favorite dipping sauce and a squeeze of fresh lemon. Perfect for weeknight dinners, party appetizers, or gluten-free indulgence, this recipe is a surefire crowd-pleaser that delivers on crunch and taste!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams firm white fish fillets
• 100 grams gluten-free all-purpose flour
• 50 grams cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 200 ml soda water
• 500 ml vegetable oil
• 1 optional lemon wedges

Directions

Step 1

Cut the fish fillets into bite-sized pieces, about 1.5 inches each.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the gluten-free all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.

Step 3

Gradually add the soda water into the dry mixture, whisking until you reach a smooth batter. It should be the consistency of thin pancake batter. If it is too thick, add a little more soda water.

Step 4

Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or pot over medium-high heat to about 350°F (175°C). Ensure there's enough oil to fully submerge the fish bites.

Step 5

Dip each piece of fish into the batter, allowing any excess batter to drip off, before gently placing it into the hot oil.

Step 6

Fry the fish bites in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. Cook each batch for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.

Step 7

Use a slotted spoon to remove the fish bites from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Step 8

Serve the Gluten-Free Crispy Fish Bites hot with optional lemon wedges and your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1347.5 grams (1347.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4966

Total Fat 455.80g	584%
Saturated Fat 65.90g	330%
Polyunsaturated Fat 284.00g
Cholesterol 275mg	92%
Sodium 3131mg	136%
Total Carbohydrate 139.90g	51%
Dietary Fiber 4.00g	14%
Total Sugars 0.70g
Protein 113.30g	227%

Vitamin D 1000IU	5000%
Calcium 125mg	10%
Iron 4mg	22%
Potassium 1574mg	33%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 80.2%

Protein: 8.9%

Carbs: 10.9%