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Dutch Kibbeling with Remoulade Sauce

Name: Dutch Kibbeling with Remoulade Sauce
Prep time: 23 min
Cook time: 70 min
Total time: 93 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Appetizer
Ingredients: Firm white fish (cod), 1 lb (450 g), cut into bite-sized pieces; All-purpose flour, 1 cup (120 g); Baking powder, 1 tsp; Salt, 1 tsp; Black pepper, 1/2 tsp; Paprika, 1/2 tsp; Turmeric, 1/4 tsp; Sparkling water, 1 cup (240 ml), cold; Oil, for frying; Mayonnaise, 1/2 cup; Dijon mustard, 1 tbsp; Capers, chopped, 1 tbsp; Pickles, finely chopped, 1 tbsp; Lemon juice, 1 tsp; Salt and pepper, to taste

Dutch kibbeling is a popular street food made from crispy, battered fish pieces, often served with a tangy remoulade sauce. This dish is perfect as an appetizer or snack.

4.3(180 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·July 23, 2025

Dutch Kibbeling with Remoulade Sauce — Appetizer served and photographed from above

Prep

23 min

Cook

1 h 10 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Kibbeling

For the Remoulade Sauce

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 595 kcal
Protein: 27.5 g
Carbs: 28.25 g
Fat: 31.5 g
Fiber: 1.25 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 2378 kcal
Protein: 110 g
Carbs: 113 g
Fat: 126 g
Fiber: 5 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
Firm white fish (cod) 1 lb (450 g), cut into bite-sized pieces	440	100	0	2	0
All-purpose flour 1 cup (120 g)	455	13	95	1.2	3.6
Baking powder 1 tsp	2	0	1	0	0
Salt 1 tsp	0	0	0	0	0
Black pepper 1/2 tsp	3	0.1	0.6	0.1	0.3
Paprika 1/2 tsp	3	0.1	0.6	0.2	0.3
Turmeric 1/4 tsp	2	0.1	0.4	0	0.2
Sparkling water 1 cup (240 ml), cold	0	0	0	0	0
Oil for frying	527	0	0	59	0
Mayonnaise 1/2 cup	760	1	0	84	0
Dijon mustard 1 tbsp	15	0.2	0.9	0.9	0.1
Capers, chopped 1 tbsp	2	0.2	0.4	0	0.3
Pickles, finely chopped 1 tbsp	4	0.1	0.9	0	0.1
Lemon juice 1 tsp	1	0	0.4	0	0.1
Salt and pepper to taste	0	0	0	0	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Fish

1
Season Fish
Season the fish pieces with a little salt and pepper.
Tip: Use fresh, firm white fish like cod or haddock for the best texture.
2
Rest Fish
Let the fish sit for about 15 minutes while you prepare the batter.

Preparing the Batter

1
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, pepper, paprika, and turmeric.
2
Add Water
Gradually add the cold sparkling water, whisking until you have a smooth batter.
Tip: Add a little extra sparkling water if the batter feels too thick.
3
Rest Batter
Let the batter rest for 5 minutes.

How to Make Dutch Kibbeling with Remoulade Sauce

Total time: 1 h 33 min · Yields 4 servings

1
Battering the Fish
Dip each fish piece into the batter, making sure it's fully coated.
2
Frying the Fish
In a deep pan or fryer, heat oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry the fish pieces a few at a time until golden brown and crispy.
3
Draining the Fish
Remove and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.