Rivky Kleiman’s Battered Fried Tilapia from Simply

Gifting a cookbook this Chanukah? If you loved Simply Gourmet, then you’ll love Rivky’s next book: Simply.

If you missed the first post about Rivky Kleiman’s new book, check it out here along with a recipe for Rivky’s Sweet and Tangy Chicken (the perfect family-friendly dish!).

These Battered-Dipped Tilapia Strips are another fun family favorite and the dipping sauce combo is amazing.

Batter-Dipped Tilapia

Need dinner in a pinch? This quick fish dish with its pillowy exterior and lemony tartar sauce will still taste delicious even the second time around.
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 1-1½ lb skinless tilapia fillets
  • ½ cup flour
  • ½ cup cornstarch
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp sea salt
  • ½ tsp coarsely ground black pepper
  • ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 egg
  • cup cold beer
  • oil, for frying

Tartar Sauce:

  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp chopped capers or chopped dill pickles
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill or 1 tsp dried dill
  • ½ tsp dijon mustard
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  • Prepare the fish: In a large bowl, whisk together all dry ingredients. Add egg and beer; whisk until combined. Set aside.
  • Prepare the tartar sauce: Combine tartar sauce ingredients in a small bowl. Whisk well. Set aside.
  • Add 2 inches of oil to a small saucepan. Heat over medium-high heat until oil reaches 350°F. Lower heat to medium to maintain temperature at 350°F.
  • Meanwhile, cut fish into strips or nuggets; add to prepared batter. Stir to completely coat fish pieces.
  • Place a few batter-dipped pieces of fish into the hot oil; do not crowd pan. Fry until lightly golden, about 30-60 seconds per side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined cooling rack to drain. Continue with remaining fish.
  • Serve alongside tartar sauce.

Notes

Variation: Tilapia can be substituted with turbot, fluke, or flounder.
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2 responses to “Rivky Kleiman’s Battered Fried Tilapia from Simply”

  1. Yamm Avatar
    Yamm

    This was AMAZING!!

  2. Rena Avatar
    Rena

    Can you do this with chicken

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