The Best Beer Batter Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
8 mins
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Servings
6 pieces
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Calories
604 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
The Best Beer Batter Recipe
Description
This beer batter combines flour, cornstarch, baking powder, garlic and onion powders, salt, ground black pepper, and beer to create a smooth, lump-free mixture. The batter is designed to cling evenly to fish filets that are first lightly dredged in a flour-cornstarch mix to help the batter adhere without excess coating. The white fish filets, such as haddock, are then dipped in the batter and deep-fried in hot oil until a medium golden brown crust forms, typically about four minutes per side when frying in batches of two.
The resulting fried fish features a crispy, flavorful exterior with tender, flaky fish inside. The garlic and onion powders add subtle savory notes that enhance the beer's natural slight bitterness and effervescence, balancing the richness of frying. Draining on paper towels removes excess oil for a cleaner texture.
This batter works well for a classic fried fish presentation served with traditional accompaniments such as tartar sauce, lemon wedges, or fries. The preparation emphasizes controlling batter texture and frying temperature for best results, producing a reliable crispness without greasiness.
Ingredients
- 4-6 haddock filets or white fish filets of choice
Batter Ingredients
- 1 cup flour
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup beer
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper ground
Flouring Mixture
- 1/2 cup flour
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
Instructions
- Combine the batter ingredients and mix until smooth batter forms, ensuring that there are no lumps.
- To deep-fry, preheat 2-3 inches of oil in a heavy saucepan to 375 degrees F, or preheat your deep fryer. Line a large plate or platter with paper towels and set aside,
- Combine the "flouring" ingredients together in a small bowl.
- Dredge the fish filets through the flour mixture first, lightly tapping them to sure there isn't too much flour coating on them.
- Proceed to now cover the floured fish filets with the batter until covered with a thick coat of batter.
- Place gently into the heated oil.
- Cook two at a time in the hot oil, for approximately 4 minutes per side or until a medium golden brown.
- Remove and drain the fish on the prepared paper towels.
- Serve and enjoy.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6pieces
Amount Per Serving
Calories 604 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 604kcal | 30% |
| Carbohydrates | 33g | 11% |
| Protein | 101g | 202% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 324mg | 108% |
| Sodium | 1670mg | 70% |
| Potassium | 1905mg | 41% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 342IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 132mg | 13% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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