Description
Indulge in the delightful crunch of crispy beer battered fish, a dish that perfectly marries fresh, flaky white fish with a light and airy batter. This easy-to-follow recipe is not only quick to prepare, taking just around 30 minutes from start to finish, but it’s also versatile enough to impress your guests or satisfy a cozy dinner at home. The secret to achieving that signature crispiness lies in using cold beer, which enhances the batter’s texture and flavor. Serve this delicious dish hot with your favorite dipping sauce for a satisfying meal that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1–1.5 pounds white fish fillets (cod or haddock)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (sifted)
- 1 cup light lager or ale
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse fish fillets under cold water and pat dry. Cut into manageable pieces.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Gradually whisk in cold beer until smooth; let the mixture rest for 10 minutes.
- Heat oil in a skillet to 350°F (175°C).
- Dip each piece of fish into the batter, allowing excess to drip off before frying.
- Fry battered fish for about 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain on paper towels or a wire rack before serving with your choice of dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (85g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg