Fried hake in batter

4 servings

60 minutes

Fried hake in batter is a refined dish of European cuisine that combines the tenderness of white fish with a crispy golden crust. This recipe gained popularity due to its simplicity and excellent taste. Hake, with its soft and juicy fillet, is perfect for this cooking method. Coated in a light batter made of eggs, flour, and mayonnaise, the fish acquires an appetizing texture and rich flavor enhanced by the aroma of spices. Served warm, it is accompanied by a side of fresh vegetables or mashed potatoes. This dish is ideal for family dinners or festive tables, delighting with its taste and appealing appearance.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 337.9
• Proteins: 29.4g
• Fats: 21.6g
• Carbohydrates: 6.3g

Ingredients

• Hake: 600 g
• Wheat flour: 2 tbsp
• Chicken egg: 2 pc
• Mayonnaise: 1 tbsp
• Salt: to taste
• Ground pepper mix: to taste
• Vegetable oil: 50 ml

Cooking steps

1. Prepare the necessary ingredients.

2. Thawing fish. The best way to thaw fish is to transfer it from the freezer to the refrigerator, where it will gradually defrost. If the fish was bought by weight, first place it in a suitable container and cover it. The second safe and quick method for thawing fish is to take it out of the freezer and put it in a pot of cold water. If you bought the fish in a plastic bag, do not take it out. If the fish was bought by weight, place it in a bag, expel as much air as possible, and put it in cold water. The fish should not come into contact with water or air while thawing.

3. Clean the hake from scales, cut off all fins, wash and dry well, cut into portions if necessary, season with salt and pepper to taste.

   Required ingredients:

   • Hake: 600 g
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground pepper mix:  to taste

4. Crack 2 chicken eggs into a separate container. If the eggs are large, one will be enough.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 2 pieces

5. Put 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise in the container with the eggs.

   Required ingredients:

   • Mayonnaise: 1 tablespoon

6. Add 2 tablespoons of flour to the bowl with eggs and mayonnaise.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 2 tablespoons

7. Mix all ingredients in a container until smooth consistency, add salt to taste.

   Required ingredients:

   • Salt:  to taste

8. Dip each piece of fish in the batter.

   Required ingredients:

   • Hake: 600 g

9. Place the pan on the heat, pour in vegetable oil. When the oil heats up, add the battered fish to the pan, cover with a lid, and fry on medium heat until golden brown.

   Required ingredients:

   • Vegetable oil: 50 ml

10. Flip the fish to the other side and continue frying until cooked under a closed lid.

11. Serve warm.