Description
Enjoy the perfect pub-style crispy battered cod and onion rings platter with this step-by-step recipe. Light, golden batter paired with crunchy panko crumbs ensures restaurant-quality results at home.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups vegetable oil for frying
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons dry potato flakes
- ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 cup chilled club soda
- 2 cups panko bread crumbs
- 2 large onions, cut into 1/4-inch slices and separated into rings
- 1 pound cod fillets, cut into portions (optional)
- Fine salt, to taste
Instructions
- Heat the Oil: Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed saucepan.
- Prepare the Batter: In a bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, potato flakes, and cayenne. Gradually whisk in chilled club soda until smooth.
- Set Up Coating: Place panko crumbs in a shallow dish.
- Batter the Onion Rings: Dip onion rings in the batter, allow excess to drip off, and coat with panko crumbs.
- Fry the Onion Rings: Fry in batches for 2–3 minutes or until golden brown. Transfer to a cooling rack over paper towels.
- Batter the Cod Fillets (Optional): Pat the cod fillets dry, dip in batter, and coat with panko crumbs. Fry for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
- Season and Serve: Sprinkle with salt while hot and serve with dipping sauces.
Notes
- Use chilled club soda for a light, crispy batter.
- Maintain oil temperature at 350°F for best results.
- Fry in small batches to prevent soggy food.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish / Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: British, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 platter
- Calories: 450–550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20–25g
- Cholesterol: 55mg