Beer-Battered Cod with Fries

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Crispy cod in a golden beer batter, served with a side of Brussels-style fries. This Belgian-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs cod fillets, Belgian pale ale, flour for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 2 Belgian cuisine 400 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a shallow dish, whisk beer and eggs. In another, mix flour and salt. Dip cod in beer mixture, then press into flour until coated.
  2. Step 2: Heat oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry cod in batches for 4-5 minutes until golden and crispy, then drain on paper towels.
  3. Step 3: Serve cod with fries, garnished with a sprinkle of paprika.

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