Spicy Fish Crackers

[Serene]

A must have at your home!

Ingredients:​

• 200 grams (7 oz) fish fillets (such as white fish like cod or tilapia)
• 1 cup rice flour
• 1/4 cup tapioca flour
• 1 egg white
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika (adjust to taste for spiciness)
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste for spiciness)
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 cup water (adjust as needed)
• Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions:​

1. Prepare the Fish:
   • Place the fish fillets in a food processor and blend until smooth. If you don't have a food processor, you can finely chop the fish or use a mortar and pestle to mash it up.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients:
   • In a large bowl, combine the rice flour, tapioca flour, salt, white pepper, paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and baking powder.
3. Combine Fish and Dry Ingredients:
   • Add the fish paste to the dry ingredients and mix well. Add the egg white and mix until everything is well combined. Gradually add water until you get a thick, paste-like consistency.
4. Shape and Dry:
   • Spread the mixture evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, aiming for about 1/4 inch thickness. Smooth the top with a spatula or spoon.
   • Allow it to dry for several hours or overnight. You can also use a dehydrator or an oven set at the lowest temperature to speed up the drying process. The mixture should be completely dry and hard.
5. Cut and Fry:
   • Once dried, cut the sheet into small cracker-sized pieces.
   • Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan or fryer to 350°F (175°C). Fry the pieces in batches until they puff up and turn golden brown. This should take about 1-2 minutes per batch. Be careful not to overcrowd the pan.
6. Drain and Cool:
   • Remove the crackers with a slotted spoon and drain them on paper towels to remove excess oil. Let them cool completely.
7. Store:
   • Store the fish crackers in an airtight container at room temperature. They should stay crispy for several weeks.

Feel free to adjust the spices according to your taste preferences. Enjoy your homemade spicy fish crackers as a snack or appetizer!

 

[wookie]

These spicy fish crackers sound amazing! Can’t wait to try making them at home. I’ll definitely play around with the spice levels to get them just right for my taste. Thanks for the recipe!

 

[Ui Ui]

These spicy fish crackers sound amazing! Totally going to give them a try... thanks for sharing the recipe and the tips!