Beer Batter Fish Recipe

Crispy, golden-fried fish fillets, made with a light and flavorful beer batter. This recipe, originally from a beer store (and if it's good enough for them, it's good enough for us!), delivers a restaurant-quality meal in just minutes. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun Friday night feast!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 309.8 kcal
Protein 51g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Beer Batter Fish

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 12 ounces light beer
  • 0 eggs
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
  • 0 onion powder
  • 0 turmeric
  • 1 1/2 pounds sole fillets
  • 3 cups vegetable oil, for frying

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How to Make Beer Batter Fish

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Gradually whisk in the beer until a smooth batter forms. Do not overmix; a few lumps are okay.
  3. Gently dip each fish fillet into the batter, ensuring it's fully coated.
  4. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. The oil is ready when a small piece of batter sizzles immediately.
  5. Carefully place the battered fish fillets in the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  6. Remove the fish from the skillet and place it on a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  7. Serve immediately with your favorite sides, such as tartar sauce, lemon wedges, and french fries.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

19 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

6g

Carbs

11g

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