Beer Batter For Frying Recipe

Achieve the ultimate crispy fried food with this unbelievably easy beer batter recipe! Forget everything you know about adding eggs – this secret ingredient-free method delivers flawlessly crispy results every time. Perfect for fish, chicken, mushrooms, onions, and more! Learn how to create the perfect batter consistency: it should cling to your finger for a few seconds before dripping off. Get ready for the crispiest, most delicious fried food of your life!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 166.6 kcal
Protein 8g
Rating 3.9 (7 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Beer Batter For Frying

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How to Make Beer Batter For Frying

  1. Sift 2 cups all-purpose flour and 2 teaspoons baking powder into a large bowl.
  2. In a separate bowl, pour in 1 cup of beer (lager or pilsner recommended) and 1/2 cup ice water.
  3. Gradually whisk the flour mixture into the liquid, a little at a time, until a smooth batter forms. Avoid overmixing.
  4. Check the batter consistency: Dip your finger in. It should coat your finger and drip off after about 5 seconds. Adjust consistency by adding more flour (for thicker) or more liquid (for thinner).
  5. Do not add more baking powder.
  6. Use the batter immediately for best results. Do not let it rest.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

0g

Carbs

10g