Best 8 Beer Battered Fish For Fish Nchips Recipes

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If you're craving some crispy, flavorful beer-battered fish n chips, you've come to the right place. This delectable dish is a classic for a reason - the combination of fluffy fish, golden-brown batter, and tangy tartar sauce is simply irresistible. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a novice in the kitchen, this article will guide you through the steps to create the perfect beer-battered fish n chips. We'll explore different types of fish that work well for this dish, provide tips for making the lightest and crispiest batter, and share our secrets for achieving that perfect golden-brown color. So grab your apron and let's get started on this culinary adventure!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CRISPY BEER BATTER FISH & CHIPS



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Virtually every beer-battered fish recipe looks crispy coming out of the fryer, and some even stay crispy for a few minutes, but then the inevitable sogginess sets in. Well, with this simple formula, and a few easy tricks, you can achieve a fried fish where the last bite is as crisp as the first. The keys are keeping your batter really cold and patting your fish really dry. Serve over a bed of salt 'n vinegar chips with tartar sauce and lemon.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Seafood     Fish

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup self-rising flour
2 tablespoons rice flour
¼ teaspoon baking powder
4 (6 ounce) cod fillets, fully thawed if frozen
2 tablespoons rice flour, or as needed
salt to taste
1 cup lager-style beer, or more as needed
vegetable oil for frying

Steps:

  • Whisk self-rising flour, rice flour, and baking powder together in a bowl. Freeze until ready to use.
  • Pat fish as dry as possible. Cut pieces lengthwise to get eight 1-inch thick strips. Place rice flour on a plate and season with salt. Dust fish lightly with the mixture and shake off excess. Cover a plate with crinkled foil to make a quick drying rack; place fish on top.
  • Heat oil in a deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Pour beer into the flour mixture and whisk, adding more as needed, until batter is the consistency of thick pancake batter. Dip fish pieces into the batter to coat; lift out and let excess drip off.
  • Fry fish in batches until golden brown, dunking occasionally if needed, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 503.1 calories, Carbohydrate 42.7 g, Cholesterol 66.3 mg, Fat 22.1 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 27.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 590.6 mg, Sugar 1 g

BEER BATTERED FISH (FOR FISH N'CHIPS)



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I LOVE fried fish.. always have. When dining out, nine times out of ten, I will order fish n'chips. It's getting to be very hard to find a restaurant that serves good fish n'chips anymore..So I just had to learn to make them myself.

Provided by BETHANY T.

Categories     Healthy

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 lbs frozen cod, thawed (fresher tasting)
1 cup all-purpose flour, plus
1/2 cup all-purpose flour, to dredge
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
2 (12 ounce) cans cold fresh beer
oil (for frying)

Steps:

  • Sift together flour, salt, and paprika.
  • Stir in enough beer to make batter so it is barely thick enough to coat a spoon. Usually somewhere between one and two cans.
  • (It may look too thin, but you want it that way, if it's too thick, the batter will be chewy instead of light and crunchy) Set batter aside while you heat your deep-fryer or deep pan of oil to 375 degrees. Use a candy thermometer if you need to.
  • Peanut oil is best but any vegetable oil will do.
  • Cut the cod fillets diagonally into 2 inch wide strips, and remove any pin bones from fish.
  • Lightly coat fish in flour and shake off excess. This will allow batter to stick to fish.
  • When oil is heated, dip fish in batter, let excess drip off, then fry fillets 2 or 3 at a time until golden brown.
  • Drain on paper towels.
  • Serve with fries and tartar sauce.

BEER-BATTERED FISH AND CHIPS



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Our take on this classic British pub grub is just right. Rice flour, baking powder and beer in the batter keep the breading light and crisp, and making your own "chips" is definitely worth it. The double-frying method at two different oil temperatures ensures that the potatoes are perfectly golden and never soggy.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 large russet potatoes (about 1 1/2 pounds)
Vegetable oil, for deep-frying
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup rice flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
Kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 12-ounce bottle lager, chilled
1 1/2 pounds skinless Pacific cod fillet (in one piece), cut into 12 pieces
Malt vinegar and lemon wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • Set a colander in a large bowl of ice water. Slice the potatoes lengthwise 1/4 inch thick, then stack the slices and cut into 1/4-inch-thick sticks, adding them to the ice water as you work. Refrigerate 30 minutes or up to 1 hour. Lift the colander out of the ice water, rinse the potatoes well and pat very dry.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Heat 4 inches vegetable oil in a large Dutch oven until a deep-fry thermometer registers 280 degrees F. Add half of the potatoes; fry until tender but still colorless, about 5 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon to a paper towel-lined plate. Repeat with the remaining potatoes. Increase the oil temperature to 365 degrees F.
  • Whisk 3/4 cup all-purpose flour, the rice flour, baking powder, 1 teaspoon salt and the cayenne in a large bowl. Whisk in the beer until mostly smooth. Let sit 5 minutes to thicken.
  • Set a wire rack on a rimmed baking sheet. Season the fish with salt. Working in two batches, dredge the fish in the remaining 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, then dip in the beer batter, letting the excess drip off. Fry until crisp and golden brown, about 4 minutes. Transfer to the rack; sprinkle with salt. Keep warm in the oven.
  • Increase the oil temperature to 380 degrees F. Working in two batches, fry the potatoes again until crisp and golden brown, about 2 minutes. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate and season with salt. Serve the fish and chips with malt vinegar and lemon wedges.

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 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-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.

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 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

Tips:

  • Choose the right fish: Use a firm-fleshed fish that will hold up well to being battered and fried. Some good options include cod, haddock, pollock, and flounder.
  • Make sure the fish is fresh: Fresh fish will have a mild, briny smell and firm, opaque flesh. Avoid fish that smells fishy or has slimy flesh.
  • Cut the fish into even-sized pieces: This will help ensure that the fish cooks evenly.
  • Make the batter ahead of time: This will give the flavors time to meld and will also help the batter to thicken.
  • Use cold beer in the batter: The carbonation in the beer will help to make the batter light and fluffy.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing will make the batter tough.
  • Coat the fish in the batter just before frying: This will help to prevent the batter from becoming soggy.
  • Fry the fish in hot oil: The oil should be at least 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius) before adding the fish.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: This will cause the oil temperature to drop and the fish will not cook evenly.
  • Cook the fish until it is golden brown and flaky: This will usually take about 3-4 minutes per side.
  • Drain the fish on paper towels before serving: This will help to remove excess oil.

Conclusion:

Beer-battered fish is a classic dish that is enjoyed by people all over the world. It is a versatile dish that can be served with a variety of sides, such as chips, coleslaw, and tartar sauce. With the right ingredients and a little bit of practice, you can make beer-battered fish that is crispy, flaky, and delicious. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give beer-battered fish a try!

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