Beer Battered Fish Recipe
Two large fish fillets dipped in our batter and fried.
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Ingredients
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Fish
Batter
For frying
Method
Fish Preparation
- 1
Rinse and Dry
Rinse the fish fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- 2
Season the Fish
Season both sides of the fish fillets with salt and black pepper.
Batter Preparation
- 3
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Whisk until well combined.
- 4
Add Beer and Whisk
Gradually add the beer to the dry ingredients while whisking until a smooth batter is formed. The batter should be thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.
Frying
- 5
Heat Oil
In a deep frying pan or pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). You can test the oil by dropping a small amount of batter into it; it should sizzle and rise to the surface.
- 6
Batter the Fish
Dip each seasoned fish fillet into the batter, allowing any excess to drip off.
- 7
Fry the Fish
Carefully place the battered fish fillets into the hot oil, frying them in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Fry for 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
- 8
Drain the Fish
Remove the fried fish from the oil using a slotted spoon and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.