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Keto Fried Cod

Crispy on the outside and flaky and moist on the inside, this keto Fried Cod recipe is a must-try for fish lovers! It's quick and easy to make and pairs so nicely with coleslaw and all your favorite keto veggies.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: almond flour crusted fish, keto fish fry, keto fried cod, keto seafood dinner, low-carb fried fish
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 399kcal
Author: Chef Jenn

Ingredients

  • 24 ounces cod filets
  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons peanut oil or enough in the pan to reach halfway up the fish.

Instructions

  • Heat about 1/2-inch of oil in the bottom of a heavy-bottomed skillet. Cast-iron works great!
  • Pat the fish dry with paper towels then season the cod filets with salt and pepper and the Old Bay seasoning.
  • Whisk the eggs in a shallow dish large enough to hold 1 filet, and spread the almond flour into a second similarly-sized dish.
  • Working with one filet at a time, dip the filet into the egg, then gently press it into the almond flour. Flip the filet over, ensuring it is coated on all sides. Transfer the filet to a plate and continue until all the filets are coated.
  • Heat the oil until it reaches about 350-F on a thermometer or until a few crumbs sizzle when dropped into the oil.
  • Gently lay the fish into the oil, leaving enough space between the filets to flip them over.
  • Cook for 2-3 minutes, then gently and carefully flip the filets over and cook another 2-3 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Transfer the cooked filets to a paper towel-lined plate to drain, then serve and enjoy!

Notes

Recipe Card Tips

  • Keep the oil around 350°F. Too hot and the almond flour burns before the fish cooks through.
  • Bread all the fillets before any oil goes in the pan. This one cooks fast, and there's no time to bread as you go.
  • Leftovers reheat well in the air fryer at about 375°F. Watch closely so the coating doesn't overcook.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filet | Calories: 399kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 39g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 166mg | Sodium: 418mg | Potassium: 746mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 230IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 111mg | Iron: 3mg | Net Carbohydrates: 4g