Kibbeling

Kibbeling

Kibbeling (KIB-uh-ling)

Fried Cod Bites

Prep Time 20 min
📈 Difficulty Easy
👥 Servings
4
🔥 Calories 334 kcal

Golden, crunchy chunks of battered cod served piping hot with creamy ravigote or garlic sauce — the king of Dutch street food.

Nutrition & Info

340 kcal per serving
Protein 24.0g
Carbs 28.0g
Fat 14.0g
Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

vegetarian dairy-free nut-free

Allergen Warnings

⚠ fish ⚠ gluten ⚠ eggs

Equipment Needed

deep fryer or heavy pot mixing bowl slotted spoon

Presentation Guide

Vessel: paper cone or cardboard tray

Garnishes: lemon wedge, parsley

Accompaniments: ravigote sauce, garlic mayo

Instructions

  1. 1

    Pat cod chunks dry and season with salt and pepper.

  2. 2

    Whisk flour, egg, sparkling water, and paprika into a light batter.

  3. 3

    Heat oil to 180°C (350°F).

  4. 4

    Dip cod chunks in batter, letting excess drip off. Fry in batches 4-5 min until deeply golden.

  5. 5

    Drain on paper towels. Serve hot with ravigote sauce and a lemon wedge.

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Did You Know?

Kibbeling comes from the Dutch word for jaw or cheek — it was originally made from the cheek meat of cod, the cheapest offcut at the fish market.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

  • deep fryer or heavy pot
  • mixing bowl
  • slotted spoon

Garnishing

lemon wedge, parsley

Accompaniments

ravigote sauce, garlic mayo

The Story Behind Kibbeling

Born in Dutch fishing ports where fishmongers fried leftover cod trimmings and cheek meat for a cheap snack, kibbeling evolved into the most popular fish street food in the Netherlands, sold from herring carts and fish stalls everywhere.

🕐 Traditionally enjoyed street food, lunch, snack 📜 Origins: 20th century fishing villages

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