Crispy Beer-Battered Cod with Smoked Paprika Aioli

By AislePrompt Editorial · ·

How this recipe was made — this recipe was drafted by AislePrompt's AI-assisted pipeline from technique templates and USDA-sourced nutrition data, and published by AislePrompt Editorial — see how AislePrompt recipes are developed and reviewed.

Golden beer-battered cod fillets with a smoky paprika aioli, a modern twist on classic British fish and chips. This British-inspired seafood recipe (low-sodium, dairy-free), ready in about 40 minutes, pairs Cod fillets, All-purpose flour, Baking powder for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, 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: 20 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 British cuisine 450 cal/serving
Build a week of meals around this recipe → Shop this recipe on Instacart → Shop equipment ↓

Ingredients

The pan we’d use for this → Best Nonstick Cookware for 2026: Top 5 Skillet Picks + Buying Guide

Affiliate disclosure: AislePrompt may earn a commission on qualifying purchases made through Amazon links, at no additional cost to you. See our policy →

Equipment for this recipe

Tools this recipe's steps call for, with a link to each on Amazon.

More Cookware & pots → Shop all kitchen tools →

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Gradually add 1 cup lager beer while whisking until smooth.
  2. Step 2: Pat 4 cod fillets dry with paper towels. Dip each in the batter, coating completely.
  3. Step 3: Heat 2 cups vegetable oil in a deep skillet to 375°F (use a thermometer).
  4. Step 4: Fry battered cod for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and crisp, turning once. Drain on paper towels.
  5. Step 5: While cod fries, whisk 1/4 cup yogurt, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 minced garlic clove, 1/2 tsp lemon juice, and a pinch of salt to make aioli.
  6. Step 6: Serve hot cod with aioli drizzled on top and lemon wedges on the side.

Related recipes