Crispy, golden Spicy Cod Bites are coated in a flavorful cornmeal breading and fried to perfection. Paired with a tangy dipping sauce made from ketchup, horseradish, and Louisiana Hot Sauce, these bites offer the perfect spicy kick for any occasion.
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 4 cup | vegetable oil |
| 1 lb | cod fillets, cut into 1" cubes |
| 1 Tbsp | freshly squeezed lemon juice |
| 2 tsp | cayenne pepper, divided |
| 2 tsp | garlic powder, divided |
| 1 pkg | Shore Lunch® Cornmeal Breading Mix |
| 1 | large egg, beaten |
| 1 Tbsp | water |
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| ½ cup | ketchup |
| 1 tsp | garlic powder |
| ¼ tsp | cayenne pepper |
| ¼ tsp | chili powder |
| ¼ tsp | black pepper |
| ½ tsp | Worcestershire sauce |
| 1 Tbsp | The Original Louisiana Brand Hot Sauce |
| 1 Tbsp | freshly squeezed lemon juice |
| 1 Tbsp | prepared horseradish |
Heat the oil in a large stockpot to 350 degrees.
Add the cod to a medium sized mixing bowl. Add the lemon juice, 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, and 1 teaspoon of garlic powder and toss to coat.
Combine the breading, remaining cayenne pepper, and remaining garlic powder in a shallow dish.
Whisk the egg and the water in a shallow dish.
Dip each piece of the cod in the egg then dredge in the breading. Place the breaded cod on a baking sheet until ready to fry.
Carefully add the cod, in batches, to the oil and fry for 2-3 minutes.
Using a slotted metal spoon remove the cod from the oil to a platter lined with paper towels.
Whisk the ketchup, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, chili powder, black pepper, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, Hot Sauce, and horseradish in a small mixing bowl. Serve immediately with the fried cod.
