Beer Battered Fish Recipe
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Ingredients
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Batter
Fish
Frying
Method
Preparation of the Batter
- 1
Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- 2
Add Wet Ingredients
Pour the beer into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. It’s okay if the batter is a little lumpy. Then, add the egg and mix again until incorporated.
Preparation of the Fish
- 3
Prepare the Fish Fillets
Pat the fish fillets dry with a paper towel. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Frying
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large, deep skillet or a deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Batter the Fish
Dip each seasoned fish fillet into the batter, allowing any excess to drip off before placing it in the hot oil.
- 6
Serving
- 7
Plate and Serve
Serve the beer battered fish hot with your choice of dipping sauce, lemon wedges, or tartar sauce.