4.6 from 33 votes
Beer-Battered Fish
Golden crispy Beer-Battered Fish are deep-fried into perfection. This homemade fried fish recipe is so easy to prepare with fresh cod fillets and perfect for game nights. It's absolutely delicious and flavorful.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 469 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- salt to taste
- 2 teaspoons Old Bay seasoning
- 12 oz (375 grams) beer
- 1 egg (about 2 oz.)
- 2 lb (1000 grams) cod fillets cut into big pieces
- ground black pepper to taste
- oil for frying
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Combine all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of salt, and Old Bay seasoning in a bowl. Whisk in the beer and egg. Continue whisking until the batter is smooth and free of lumps. Let sit for 10 minutes to thicken.
- Rinse the cod and pat dry with paper towels. Season with salt and ground black pepper.
- Fill a medium pot with enough oil to cover the fish and heat it over medium heat until it reaches 375°F (190°C). Coat the cod in the batter, then remove it and shake off any excess. Carefully drop the fish into the oil one piece at a time, avoiding overcrowding the pot. Fry for 5 to 8 minutes, turning halfway through, until both sides are golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the cod from the pot and drain on paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
- Serve immediately with lemon wedges and a dipping sauce, such as mayo or ketchup.
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Notes
- Recipe Source: Delish
- Tips
- Let the batter sit for 10 minutes until it thickens. You may also make the batter and refrigerate it overnight. The thick batter helps to get an extra crispy and airy layer.
- Pat dry the cod fillets with paper towels before coating them. It will create a firm texture after deep frying.
- Make sure to control the oil temperature at 375°F (190°C) while deep frying to avoid the fish turning out greasy and soggy.
Nutrition Information
Calories
469kcal
(23%)
Carbohydrates
51g
(17%)
Protein
49g
(98%)
Fat
3g
(5%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
1g
Trans Fat
0.01g
Cholesterol
138mg
(46%)
Sodium
143mg
(6%)
Potassium
1049mg
(30%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
0.2g
(0%)
Vitamin A
176IU
(4%)
Vitamin C
2mg
(2%)
Calcium
65mg
(7%)
Iron
4mg
(22%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 469
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 469kcal | 23% |
| Carbohydrates | 51g | 17% |
| Protein | 49g | 98% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 138mg | 46% |
| Sodium | 143mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 1049mg | 22% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 0.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 176IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 65mg | 7% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.