Ingredients
1/2 cup cornstarch1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon Creole seasoning1/4 teaspoon paprika1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 cup all-purpose flour, divided1/2 cup 2% milk1/3 cup beer or nonalcoholic beer2 cups crushed unsalted top saltines (about 40)4 cod fillets (6 ounces each)Oil for deep-fat frying
Preparation
In a shallow bowl, combine the cornstarch, baking powder, salt, Creole seasoning, paprika, cayenne and 1/2 cup flour. Stir in milk and beer until smooth. Place crackers and remaining flour in separate shallow bowls. Coat fillets with flour, then dip in batter and coat with crackers.
In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Fry fish in batches for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
