Kibbeling — Crispy Cod Bites

Ingredients

• 1 lb Cod, cut into 1½-inch chunks
• ¾ cup flour
• 1 tsp paprika
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp salt
• ¾ cup cold sparkling water
• Neutral oil, for frying
• ⅓ cup mayonnaise
• 1 clove garlic, grated
• 1 tbsp chopped dill and chives
• 1 lemon

Method

1. Stir the mayonnaise with the grated garlic, herbs, and a squeeze of lemon; chill this quick garlic sauce.
2. Pat the Cod chunks very dry and season with salt.
3. Whisk the flour, paprika, garlic powder, and salt with the cold sparkling water into a batter the thickness of paint — the bubbles keep the crust light.
4. Heat 2 inches of oil to 350°F (175°C). Dip the Cod in batter and fry in batches 3–4 minutes until deep golden and cooked through; the chunks should flake at 145°F (63°C).
5. Drain on a rack, salt while hot, and serve in a paper cone if you're feeling authentic — garlic sauce and lemon on the side.