Crispy Beer Battered Fish: The Ultimate Pub-Style Seafood Delight
Beer Batter Fish Made Great
Beer battered fish is a crowd-pleasing dinner that delivers a crunchy crust, tender flaky fish, and a hint of pub-style flavor in every bite. Perfect for family meals or entertaining friends, this recipe combines simple pantry staples with a cold beer to create the ultimate crispy fish experience.
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- Servings: 8 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Cuisine: American
- Ratings: 4.5 stars (762 reviews)
Ingredients
- 8 cod or haddock fillets (about 6 ounces each), patted dry
- 1 cup all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup cold beer (lager or ale works best)
- 2 quarts vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, paprika, garlic powder, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
- Gradually pour in the cold beer, stirring until the batter is smooth and thick enough to coat the fish.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 350°F (175°C). Tip: Use a candy thermometer for accurate temperature control.
- Lightly dust each fish fillet with flour; shake off excess.
- Dip fillets into the beer batter, ensuring an even, thick coat.
- Carefully lower battered fillets into hot oil in batches, avoiding overcrowding.
- Fry for 4–5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crisp.
- Transfer fish to a wire rack or paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Serve immediately with lemon wedges, tartar sauce, or your favorite dipping sauce.
Serving Suggestions & Tips
- Side dishes: Pair with fries for classic fish and chips, coleslaw, or a fresh green salad.
- Beer swap: Try a wheat beer or pale ale for different flavor notes.
- Make-ahead: Pre-mix the dry ingredients and store in an airtight container.
- Extra crispy: Double-dip fillets in batter for an ultra-crunchy crust.
Nutritional Information
- Calories: 448 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Protein: 19 g
- Fat: 30 g (Saturated Fat: 5 g)
- Cholesterol: 68 mg
- Sodium: 675 mg
- Fiber: 2 g
- Sugar: 1 g
Enjoy a plate of perfectly golden, crunchy beer battered fish.
Recipe source: Allrecipes
Beer Batter Fish Made Great
These beer-battered fish fillets are seasoned with paprika and garlic, then deep-fried until crisp and golden brown for a crowd-pleasing dinner!
Ingredients
Method
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, paprika, garlic powder, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
- Gradually pour in the cold beer, stirring until the batter is smooth and thick enough to coat the fish.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 350°F (175°C). Tip: Use a candy thermometer for accurate temperature control.
- Lightly dust each fish fillet with flour; shake off excess.
- Dip fillets into the beer batter, ensuring an even, thick coat.
- Carefully lower battered fillets into hot oil in batches, avoiding overcrowding.
- Fry for 4–5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crisp.
- Transfer fish to a wire rack or paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Serve immediately with lemon wedges, tartar sauce, or your favorite dipping sauce.
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Enjoy your delicious beer battered fish.
