Best 10 Beer Batter For Fish Recipes

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Are you a seafood lover seeking an exceptional culinary experience? Look no further! Embark on a journey to discover the art of preparing the ultimate beer batter for fish. This crispy, golden-brown coating transforms ordinary fish fillets into a tantalizing treat that will leave your taste buds craving more. With the right combination of ingredients and techniques, you can create a beer batter that is light, airy, and perfectly complements the delicate flavors of your favorite fish. Whether you prefer cod, halibut, or tilapia, this comprehensive guide will provide you with the knowledge and confidence to create an unforgettable beer-battered fish dish that will impress your family and friends.

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THE BEST BEER BATTERED FISH



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Beer batter can be contentious. When done right, it is light, airy, and crunchy-perfectly complimenting the fillet within. When done poorly, it can be heavy, doughy, and overpowering. Beer battered fish takes more attention to detail than other method of frying, so it's best to work in small batches...

Provided by Jesse Griffiths

Categories     Main

Yield 3-4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb. fish fillets
Salt and pepper
1¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp. baking powder
½ tsp. salt
12 oz. beer
1 tbsp. honey

Steps:

  • Season the fish with salt and pepper.
  • Mix together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl with a whisk.
  • Dredge the fillets well in the flour mix, shaking off any excess. Refrigerate fillets until ready to fry.
  • When the oil is hot, add the beer and honey to the flour mixture and stir well. A couple of lumps are preferable, so don't overwork it. Add a couple ice cubes to the batter.
  • Dip a couple of fillets into the batter, coating them completely. Allow any excess batter to drain off.
  • Gently place them into the 375°F oil and fry for 30 seconds.
  • Flip the fillet, exposing the more-cooked bottom. Drizzle a little bit of batter on top. Flip the fillet back over and drizzle a little batter on top again. Don't overdo it, but just add a thin layer of additional batter.
  • Fry the fish until deep golden brown, about 2 minutes total for fish that's an inch thick. Serve immediately.

BEER BATTER FOR FISH



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Basic beer batter, good for almost any white fleshed fish.

Provided by Wilma Scott

Categories     Seafood     Fish

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 eggs
¾ cup beer
1 ½ cups milk
4 cups pastry flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
2 tablespoons cornstarch
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste
.063 teaspoon garlic powder
1 ½ pounds cod fillets
2 quarts vegetable oil for frying

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, stir together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and cornstarch.
  • In a large bowl, beat together eggs and milk. Mix in beer. Stir in flour mixture. Season with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
  • In an electric deep fryer or a heavy saucepan, heat oil to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Coat fish in batter, and submerge in hot oil. Fry until golden brown, about 4 to 5 minutes. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 772.1 calories, Carbohydrate 74.8 g, Cholesterol 142.2 mg, Fat 41.5 g, Fiber 10.9 g, Protein 28.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 491.7 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

BEER BATTERED FISH



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This is a great beer batter fish recipe, and is very easy to do. We often fish all day with friends, and then cook the fish afterwards out on deck. Yummy and great!

Provided by Chef Sunshine

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 quarts vegetable oil (for frying)
8 (4 ounce) cod fish fillets
salt and pepper
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons garlic powder
2 tablespoons paprika
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
1 egg, beaten
1 (12 ounce) bottle beer

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a deep fryer to 365 degrees F (185 degrees C).
  • Rinse fish, pat dry, and season with salt and pepper.
  • Combine flour, garlic powder, paprika, 2 teaspoons salt, and 2 teaspoons pepper. Stir egg into dry ingredients.
  • Gradually mix in one beer until a thin batter is formed.
  • You should be able to see the fish through the batter after it has been dipped.
  • Dip fish fillets into the batter, then drop one at a time into hot oil.
  • Fry fish, turning once, until both sides are golden brown.
  • Drain on paper towels, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2120.1, Fat 219.8, SaturatedFat 28.6, Cholesterol 72.4, Sodium 656.8, Carbohydrate 16.6, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 0.3, Protein 23.7

BEER BATTER FISH MADE GREAT



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This is a great beer batter fish recipe, and is very easy to do. We often fish all day with friends, and then cook the fish afterwards out on deck. Yummy and great!

Provided by Linda Olar

Categories     Seafood     Fish

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 quarts vegetable oil for frying
8 (4 ounce) fillets cod
salt and pepper to taste
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons garlic powder
2 tablespoons paprika
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
1 egg, beaten
1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle beer

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a deep fryer to 365 degrees F (185 degrees C). Rinse fish, pat dry, and season with salt and pepper.
  • Combine flour, garlic powder, paprika, 2 teaspoons salt, and 2 teaspoons pepper. Stir egg into dry ingredients. Gradually mix in beer until a thin batter is formed. You should be able to see the fish through the batter after it has been dipped.
  • Dip fish fillets into the batter, then drop one at a time into hot oil. Fry fish, turning once, until both sides are golden brown. Drain on paper towels, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 447.5 calories, Carbohydrate 22.6 g, Cholesterol 67.5 mg, Fat 30.2 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 18.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 675 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

GOLDEN BEER-BATTERED FISH WITH CHIPS



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Cooking cod, hake or haddock in a super-crispy batter made from sparkling water steams the fish so it's really moist

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Main course, Main course

Time 1h25m

Number Of Ingredients 22

50g plain flour
50g cornflour
1 tsp baking powder
turmeric
75ml lager beer
75ml sparkling water
about 1 litre sunflower oil, for frying
400g fillet sustainable cod, hake or haddock, halved
750g potatoes, Maris Piper or Desiree, peeled and sliced into thick chips
2 tbsp plain flour
2 tbsp sunflower oil
50g plain flour
50g cornflour
1 tsp baking powder
turmeric
75ml lager beer
75ml sparkling water
about 1 litre sunflower oil, for frying
400g fillet sustainable cod, hake or haddock, halved
750g potatoes, Maris Piper or Desiree, peeled and sliced into thick chips
2 tbsp plain flour
2 tbsp sunflower oil

Steps:

  • Combine the flour, cornflour, baking powder and turmeric in a large bowl, season, then spoon 1 tbsp onto a plate and set aside. Gradually pour the beer and water into the bowl, stirring with a wooden spoon until you have a smooth, lump-free batter. Leave to rest for 30 mins while you prepare the chips.
  • Heat oven to 200C/fan 180C/gas 6. Boil a large pan of water, then add the chipped potatoes and boil for 2-3 mins until the outsides are just tender but not soft. drain well, then tip onto a large baking tray with the flour, oil and some salt. Gently toss together until all the potatoes are evenly coated and the flour is no longer dusty. Roast for 30 mins, turning occasionally, until the chips are golden and crisp.
  • To cook the fish, heat the 1 litre oil in a deep saucepan until a drop of batter sizzles and crisps up straight away. Pat the fish dry with kitchen paper, then toss it in the reserved turmeric flour mix. Shake off any excess, then dip into the batter. Carefully lower each fillet into the hot oil and fry for 6-8 mins - depending on the thickness of the fish - until golden and crisp. Using a large slotted spoon, lift out the fish, drain on kitchen paper, then sprinkle with salt. Serve with the hot chips and Homemade tomato sauce (see 'goes well with').
  • Combine the flour, cornflour, baking powder and turmeric in a large bowl, season, then spoon 1 tbsp onto a plate and set aside. Gradually pour the beer and water into the bowl, stirring with a wooden spoon until you have a smooth, lump-free batter. Leave to rest for 30 mins while you prepare the chips.
  • Heat oven to 200C/fan 180C/gas 6. Boil a large pan of water, then add the chipped potatoes and boil for 2-3 mins until the outsides are just tender but not soft. drain well, then tip onto a large baking tray with the flour, oil and some salt. Gently toss together until all the potatoes are evenly coated and the flour is no longer dusty. Roast for 30 mins, turning occasionally, until the chips are golden and crisp.
  • To cook the fish, heat the 1 litre oil in a deep saucepan until a drop of batter sizzles and crisps up straight away. Pat the fish dry with kitchen paper, then toss it in the reserved turmeric flour mix. Shake off any excess, then dip into the batter. Carefully lower each fillet into the hot oil and fry for 6-8 mins - depending on the thickness of the fish - until golden and crisp. Using a large slotted spoon, lift out the fish, drain on kitchen paper, then sprinkle with salt. Serve with the hot chips and Homemade tomato sauce (see 'goes well with').

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1040 calories, Fat 43 grams fat, SaturatedFat 6 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 120 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 3 grams sugar, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 49 grams protein, Sodium 1.16 milligram of sodium

BEER-BATTERED FISH



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This crispy beer batter can also be used for chicken tenders, onion rings, and zucchini slices.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 cups vegetable oil
1 cup all-purpose flour
Coarse salt
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup pale lager
1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless cod or other firm white-fleshed fish, cut into 1-by-3-inch pieces
lemon wedges, for serving
Tartar Sauce, for serving

Steps:

  • In a wide 6-quart pot fitted with a deep-fat thermometer, heat oil to 350 degrees over medium-high. Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, whisk together flour, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and baking powder. Slowly add beer and whisk batter until smooth. Line a baking sheet with paper towels and place near stove.
  • Pat fish dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt. In two batches, dip fish into batter (gently shaking off excess) and place in oil. Fry fish, turning occasionally, until deep golden brown and crisp, about 7 minutes per batch (adjust heat as necessary to maintain 350 degrees throughout frying).
  • With a slotted spoon or mesh strainer, transfer fish to prepared sheet to drain. Keep warm while cooking second batch. Serve with lemon wedges and tartar sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 549 g, Fat 38 g, Protein 29 g

BEER-BATTERED FISH AND CHIPS



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Here's my twist on classic fish and chips. The challenge of making a batch of this pub favorite is timing it so both elements (fish and potatoes) get out hot on the plate without the cook having to set up two fryers. My trick is to blanch the chips in boiling water to precook them, then fry and hold the chips in a warm oven while I fry the fish.

Provided by Jet Tila

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Canola oil, for frying
4 to 6 golden potatoes, peeled
Fine salt
2 pounds skinless white fish fillet, such as cod, sablefish or halibut, cut into 6 to 8 palm-size pieces
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/3 cups cold beer
Malt vinegar, tartar sauce or HP Sauce for serving, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F.
  • For the chips: Fill a 6- to 8-quart Dutch oven with oil to a depth of about 5 inches. Heat to 365 degrees F on a deep-fry thermometer.
  • Cut the potatoes in half lengthwise, then cut each half into thirds lengthwise, making wide strips. Place the potatoes in a medium saucepan with enough cold water to cover by about 1 inch. Salt the water generously and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat and simmer for about 5 minutes. Drain the potatoes and transfer them to a sheet pan lined with paper towels to dry for about 10 minutes. Once the potatoes are very dry, working in 2 batches, gently transfer them to the oil and fry until golden brown and crispy, 3 to 6 minutes.
  • Transfer the chips to a rack set over a baking sheet and sprinkle immediately with 1 to 2 teaspoons salt. Keep warm in the oven while you fry the fish. (You can also reheat them with a quick second fry while fish is cooling slightly.)
  • For the fish: Place the fillets on a small baking sheet or large plate, blot dry with paper towels and sprinkle on all sides with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Move the fish to one side and place 1/2 cup of flour on the other side (this flour is for dusting the fish just before dipping it in batter). Season the flour with a pinch of salt and a few grinds of pepper.
  • To make the batter, place the remaining 1 cup flour, garlic powder, paprika, baking powder, a pinch of salt and a few grinds of pepper in a medium bowl. Stir together with a fork until combined. When ready to fry, pour in the beer and whisk until smooth. The batter should be the consistency of fairly thin pancake batter.
  • Dredge the fish on all sides in the flour on the baking sheet. Shake off any excess. Working in 2 batches, coat one fillet at time in the batter, letting excess drip back into the bowl. Gently lower the fillet into the hot oil. Repeat with the remaining fillets. Fry until GBD (golden brown and delicious), 4 to 6 minutes, turning over midway through cooking.
  • Drain the fillets on a rack set over a sheet pan. Serve immediately with the chips. Classic condiments to serve alongside include malt vinegar, tartar sauce or HP Sauce.

CRISPY BEER-BATTERED FISH



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A local restaurant made a similar breading for shrimp po' boys, but we think this version's better. I serve the beer battered fish with a ranch dressing and hot sauce mixture as a dip. -Jenny Wenzel, Gulfport, Mississippi

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup cornstarch
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon Creole seasoning
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 cup all-purpose flour, divided
1/2 cup 2% milk
1/3 cup beer or nonalcoholic beer
2 cups crushed unsalted top saltines (about 40)
4 cod fillets (6 ounces each)
Oil for deep-fat frying

Steps:

  • In a shallow bowl, combine the cornstarch, baking powder, salt, Creole seasoning, paprika, cayenne and 1/2 cup flour. Stir in milk and beer until smooth. Place crackers and remaining flour in separate shallow bowls. Coat fillets with flour, then dip in batter and coat with crackers., In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Fry fish in batches for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 513 calories, Fat 27g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 775mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

FRIED FISH WITH VODKA AND BEER BATTER



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Heston Blumenthal, the chef at the Fat Duck near London, updated classic British fish and chips in his book "In Search of Perfection" (Bloomsbury, 2006), using a batter that includes beer and vodka. The alcohol dissolves some of the gluten proteins in the wheat flour, so the crust doesn't get tough and boils off faster than water, so the batter dries out, crisps and browns quickly, before the delicate fish inside overcooks. The coating ends up especially crunchy - with each bite, you crush many thin layers of crust.

Provided by Harold McGee

Categories     dinner, seafood, main course

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 pounds (about 4 large fillets) turbot, sole or flounder
Salt and black pepper
1 1/4 cups white rice flour, plus more for dusting
2 to 3 quarts vegetable oil, for deep-frying
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 1/4 cups vodka
1 1/4 cups lager beer

Steps:

  • Rinse fish fillets, and dry with paper towels. Season well with salt and pepper, and dust with rice flour, shaking off any extra. Set aside.
  • Place a wide, deep pan over medium heat. Add oil to a depth of at least 1 1/2 inches, and bring to 375 degrees on a deep-fry thermometer. In a medium bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, 1 1/4 cups rice flour, baking powder and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Slowly stir in the vodka and beer to make a batter. (Don't make batter ahead of time, or the bubbles from the lager will be lost.)
  • Dip one fillet into batter to coat it completely, then lower into hot oil. Repeat with other fillets, working in batches if needed. When undersides of fillets are golden brown, after 1 or 2 minutes, turn, and brown other sides, a minute or two. Lift from oil, drain and serve.

BATTER-FRIED FISH



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Whether I'm fixing cod fillets or my husband's catch of the day, this fish fry batter makes the fish golden and crispy. Club soda gives it a different twist, and the sweet and zippy sauce complements the fish nicely. -Nancy Johnson, Connersville, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 pound cod fillet
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 to 3 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon dried thyme
1/3 cup club soda
Oil for deep-frying
1/4 cup orange marmalade
1 to 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish

Steps:

  • Rinse fillets in cold water; pat dry. In a large shallow dish toss flour and fish, 1 piece at a time. Combine next 9 ingredients. , In a cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat 1 in. of oil. Dip floured fillets in cornstarch batter; fry over medium heat until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 2-3 minutes on each side. Combine marmalade and horseradish; serve with fish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 346 calories, Fat 12g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 420mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

Tips for Making the Best Beer Batter for Fish

  • Choose the right beer: Use a light or medium-bodied beer with a crisp, clean flavor. Avoid dark or heavy beers, as they can make the batter too thick and heavy.
  • Use cold beer: The colder the beer, the crispier the batter will be.
  • Make sure the batter is well-coated: Dip each piece of fish in the batter twice, ensuring that it is completely coated.
  • Fry the fish at the right temperature: The ideal frying temperature for beer-battered fish is between 350°F and 375°F. If the oil is too hot, the batter will brown too quickly and the fish will not have time to cook through. If the oil is too cool, the batter will not be crispy and the fish will be greasy.
  • Drain the fish on paper towels: After frying, place the fish on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.

Conclusion

Beer-battered fish is a classic dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With the right ingredients and techniques, you can make perfect beer-battered fish at home. Serve it with your favorite tartar sauce, lemon wedges, and a cold beer for a delicious and satisfying meal.

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