HOW TO MAKE CRISPY FRIED FISH! Hands down the best ever

fish fillets

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: pollock

Tofu offers a plant-based option, while pollock is often less expensive.

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds nutrients and fiber.

egg

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: egg substitute

Flaxseed meal is a vegan alternative that binds ingredients.

oil for frying

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier but can be pricier.

Clean the tilapia and pat it dry with a napkin.

Season the fish with salt, cayenne pepper, and Creole seasoning on both sides.

Add 1 cup of plain flour to a plate and coat the fish with a thin layer, shaking off excess flour.

In a separate bowl, sift another cup of flour and season it with chili powder, paprika, and 1/4 teaspoon of baking powder.

Add water to the seasoned flour little by little until the batter reaches a smooth consistency.

Dip the fish into the batter, shaking off the excess before coating it again in the plain flour.

Heat oil in a skillet to about 350°F and fry the fish for 3 to 6 minutes until golden brown, flipping as necessary.

Remove the fish and place it on a napkin to drain excess oil.

Prepare tartar sauce with mayo, lime juice, sour cream, and hot sauce.

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