Golden Crispy Garlic Cod Bites with Creamy Lemon Herb Dip
Upgrade your seafood game with these Crispy Garlic Cod Bites. Featuring a crunchy Panko-garlic crust and a zesty homemade Lemon Herb Dip, this recipe is ready in 25 minutes. A high-protein, family-friendly meal that is far superior to frozen fish sticks.
Equipment
- Large Skillet or Frying Pan
- 3 Shallow Bowls
- Wire Cooling Rack
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Cod fillets Cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 large Eggs Beaten
- 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 1 cup Vegetable oil As needed for frying
Creamy Lemon Herb Dip
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon Fresh dill Chopped
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley Chopped
- 1 clove Garlic Minced
Instructions
- Prep the Dredging Stations: In one bowl, mix flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. In a second bowl, beat the eggs. In a third, place Panko breadcrumbs.
- Coat the Cod: Dredge cod pieces in flour, dip in egg, then press firmly into Panko breadcrumbs to coat.
- Fry to Golden Perfection: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet to medium-high. Fry bites for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Drain and Rest: Remove bites and drain on a wire rack or paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Mix the Dip: Whisk together mayonnaise, yogurt, lemon juice, zest, herbs, and garlic. Season with salt/pepper. Serve with warm fish.
Notes
Do not crowd the pan when frying; cook in batches to maintain oil temperature and ensure crispiness.