Beer Battered Tilapia Recipe

Craveable beer-battered tilapia that's light, crispy, and ready in under 30 minutes! This healthier twist on fish and chips uses seasoned whole-wheat flour for extra flavor without the guilt. Perfectly paired with our easy mango salsa (recipe available separately!), this recipe is a weeknight winner. Get ready for a taste sensation!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 194.9 kcal
Protein 48g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
Beer Battered Tilapia

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Beer Battered Tilapia

  • Whole Wheat Flour
  • All Purpose Flour
  • Ground Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Cayenne Pepper
  • 1 cup beer
  • Tilapia Fillet
  • Canola Oil

How to Make Beer Battered Tilapia

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup whole-wheat flour, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper.
  2. Gradually whisk in 1 cup beer until a smooth batter forms.
  3. Dip half of the tilapia fillets into the batter, allowing excess batter to drip back into the bowl.
  4. Heat 2 teaspoons of oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Add the battered tilapia to the skillet.
  6. Cook for 2-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.
  7. Transfer the cooked tilapia to a plate and loosely cover with foil to keep warm.
  8. Add 2 more teaspoons of oil to the skillet.
  9. Repeat steps 3-6 with the remaining tilapia fillets, adjusting the heat as needed to maintain even browning.
  10. Serve the beer-battered tilapia immediately. Enjoy!

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

8 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

5g

Carbs

2g