Prosecco-Battered Cod with Mint Aioli

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Ingredients

1. Six 6-ounce skinless cod fillets
2. Salt
3. 2 garlic cloves, minced
4. 1 cup mint leaves
5. 3/4 cup mayonnaise
6. Freshly ground pepper
7. Vegetable oil, for frying
8. 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
9. 2 cups Prosecco or other sparkling wine
10. Lemon wedges, for serving

1. Lightly season the cod with salt; cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
2. Meanwhile, in a food processor, combine the garlic and mint and process until finely chopped. Add the mayonnaise and pulse to blend. Scrape the mint aioli into a bowl and season with salt and pepper.
3. In a large saucepan, heat 2 inches of oil to 325°. Set a wire rack over a baking sheet. In a large bowl, whisk the 1 1/2 cups of flour with the Prosecco. Spread a handful of flour in a shallow bowl. Dredge each fillet in the flour, then dip into the batter to coat; let any excess drip back into the bowl. Working in 2 batches, carefully add the cod to the hot oil and fry, turning once, until browned and crisp, about 3 minutes. With a slotted spoon, transfer the cod to the rack to drain for 1 minute. Serve at once with the mint aioli and lemon wedges.