Overview
Battered Fish is a recovery item (provision) in Crimson Desert. Its in-game description reads: "Thinly sliced fish coated in egg and pan-fried until golden brown. Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, it serves as an excellent side dish or snack." While its raw HP restoration is moderate, Battered Fish stands out for providing Fire Resistance Lv 4 for a full minute, making it a valuable pick for fights against fire-element enemies and bosses.
Stats
Property | Value |
|---|---|
Type | Provision (Recovery Item) |
Health Restored | +100 |
Spirit Restored | None |
Resistance | Fire Resistance Lv 4 (1 minute) |
Sell Price | 14 |
Cooking Station | Field Grill |
Recipe
Ingredient | Quantity | Notes |
|---|---|---|
2 | Or 1 whole fish | |
Egg | 1 | |
Cooking Oil | 3 |
Fish Fillets are obtained by catching fish via fishing and then cleaning them. Eggs can be purchased from grocer vendors or found near chicken coops. Cooking Oil is available from grocers.
How to Cook
Battered Fish is a Field Grill recipe. Approach any bonfire, campfire, or cooking pot and select "Cook" to open the recipe menu. Navigate to the grilled items section, select Battered Fish, and confirm. All three ingredient types must be in your inventory.
Comparison to Other Battered Items
Item | Health | Spirit | Resistance | Ingredients |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Battered Fish | +100 | None | Fire Res Lv 4 (1 min) | 2 Fish Fillet + 1 Egg + 3 Oil |
+140 | None | Fire Res Lv 2 (30s) | 1 Meat + 1 Egg + 3 Oil | |
+100 | +8 | Fire Res Lv 2 (30s) | 1 Onion + 1 Egg | |
+100 | None | Fire Res Lv 2 (30s) | 1 Grain + 1 Egg |
Tips
Battered Fish provides Fire Resistance Lv 4 for 1 minute, which is stronger and longer-lasting than the Lv 2 (30 seconds) offered by Battered Meat and Battered Vegetables. Prioritize it for fire-heavy encounters.
The HP restoration is only +100, so pair Battered Fish with a stock of Grilled Meat for sustained healing. Eat the Battered Fish first for the Fire Resistance buff, then rely on Grilled Meat for rapid HP recovery.
Cooking Oil is one of the more expensive ingredients. Stock up from grocers when visiting towns.
For an even stronger fish-based battered dish, look into Battered Seafood, which requires more ingredients but provides +260 HP, +24 Spirit, and Fire Resistance Lv 4.