Bier Battered Fish Recipe
Crispy fish fillets served with fries.
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Ingredients
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For the Beer Batter
For the Fish
For Serving
Method
Prepare the Beer Batter
- 1
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Whisk together until well blended.
- 2
Add Wet Ingredients
Slowly pour in the lager beer and cold water while whisking the mixture until smooth. The batter should be thick but pourable. Let it rest for about 15 minutes.
Prepare the Fish
- 3
Season the Fish
Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a deep frying pan or large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer for accuracy.
Fry the Fish
- 5
Batter and Fry
Dip each fish fillet into the beer batter, allowing excess to drip off. Carefully place the battered fish into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for about 4-5 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- 6
Drain and Serve
Once cooked, remove the fish from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
Prepare the Fries
- 7
Cook the French Fries
While the fish is frying, cook the french fries according to package instructions or fry them in a separate pot until golden and crispy.
Serve
- 8
Plating
Serve the crispy beer-battered fish alongside the french fries. Garnish with lemon wedges and serve with tartar sauce on the side.