Beer Batter For Fried Fish Recipe

Experience the crispiest, most flavorful beer-battered fish you'll ever taste! This recipe, sourced from a collection of culinary masterpieces, uses dark beer for an unparalleled richness and depth of flavor. Forget bland, pale beers – this recipe unlocks the secret to perfectly golden, flaky fish. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this exceptional dish!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 284.4 kcal
Protein 69g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
Beer Batter For Fried Fish

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Beer Batter For Fried Fish

  • Cod
  • Dry Yeast
  • Beer
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Egg White

How to Make Beer Batter For Fried Fish

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Gradually whisk in the dark beer until a smooth batter forms. Do not overmix; a few lumps are okay.
  3. Let the batter rest for at least 15 minutes. This allows the gluten to relax, resulting in a lighter batter.
  4. While the batter rests, prepare your fish fillets. Pat them dry with paper towels.
  5. Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C).
  6. Dip each fish fillet into the batter, ensuring it's fully coated.
  7. Carefully place the battered fish fillets into the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan.
  8. Fry the fish for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  9. Remove the fish from the oil and place it on a wire rack to drain excess oil.
  10. Serve immediately with your favorite sides, such as tartar sauce, lemon wedges, and french fries.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

1g

Carbs

8g