Batter fried Fish with cheese sauce is an elegant and easy meal that is sure to please on any special occasion. The fish is crispy yet tender while its rich, creamy sauce will delight all at the table. This dish won’t fail!

History of Batter Fried Fish with Cheese Sauce

Batter fried fish with cheese sauce is a beloved global classic, first created in Europe using cod and an easy cheese sauce recipe before eventually reaching North America through European immigrants.

In the United States, batter-fried fish with cheese sauce is often featured as either an entree or side dish for seafood-oriented restaurants and pubs.

Ingredients

• 1 pound white fish fillets (such as cod, haddock, or halibut)
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 egg
• 1 cup milk
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil for frying
• 1/2 cup butter
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cups milk
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

• Cutting fish fillets into bite-size pieces is essential. 
• In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt and pepper.
• In another bowl whisk egg and milk together 
• Before dipping your pieces first in flour mix then back into egg milk mixture before repeating this step twice more for best results.
• Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. 
• Fry your fish pieces until golden-brown and cooked through, about 2-3 minutes per side. 
• Drain on paper towels once finished.

To Make the Cheese Sauce

• Melt the butter in a medium-sized saucepan on low to medium heat, using low or medium heat settings.
• Stir flour into a saucepan and allow to simmer for one minute before whisking again and continuing cooking for 30 more seconds.
• Gradually whisk in milk until your sauce is smooth.
• Bring to a simmer and cook for two minutes or until the sauce has thickened.
• Stir together the cheddar cheese, salt and pepper until all of it has completely melted into one uniform mass of cheese that appears smooth and glossy.

Serving Suggestions

Serve the batter-fried fish with cheese sauce immediately. This dish can be served with various sides, such as rice, potatoes or vegetables.

Tips

Here are some tips for making batter fried fish with cheese sauce:

• Try fresh fish. The fresher it is, the fresher its taste will be.
• Before dipping fish in batter, ensure it is dry before applying it to create an even crispier coating.
• Use light-colored vegetable oil when frying fish to avoid it becoming too dark. This will also prevent it from turning grey over time.
• Be mindful not to overcrowd your skillet when frying fish; otherwise, its cooking won’t occur evenly.
• Fry your fish until it has achieved golden-brown color and has reached completion, when it should become flaky and opaque in texture.
• Make the cheese sauce while the fish is being fried to ensure it will be ready when it’s time to come out of the fryer.
• Serve the fish immediately upon first being fried; its best flavor and texture will emerge at this stage.

Variations

• For this dish, any white fish of your choice is suitable.
• Add cayenne pepper or chili powder for an even hotter batter.
• Add half a cup of grated Parmesan cheese as an additional touch.
• Add additional vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower or carrots for extra crunch in your cheese sauce.

Additional Tips

Here are some additional tips for making batter fried fish with cheese sauce:

• Use cold milk and eggs when making the batter. This will help the batter to stay light and airy.
• Do not overmix the batter. Overmixing will make the batter tough.
• If the batter is too thick, add a small amount of milk or water until desired consistency is reached. 
• If too thin, add additional flour as necessary.

Storage and Reheating

Batter-fried fish with cheese sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, bake in a preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 15-20 minutes or until heated.

Nutritional Information

One serving of batter fried fish with cheese sauce (about 1 cup) contains approximately:

• Calories: 500
• Fat: 25 grams
• Saturated fat: 15 grams
• Cholesterol: 150 milligrams
• Sodium: 800 milligrams
• Carbohydrates: 40 grams
• Sugar: 5 grams
• Protein: 30 grams

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Conclusion

Batter-fried fish with cheese sauce is a delicious and easy recipe for any occasion. The fish is crispy and tender and the cheese sauce is rich and creamy.

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