Best 8 Beer Battered Seafood Recipes

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Beer battered seafood is a classic dish that is enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to use up leftover beer and it is a delicious way to serve seafood. Beer battered seafood can be made with any type of seafood, but some of the most popular choices include fish, shrimp, and calamari. The beer batter is made with a combination of flour, eggs, and beer. The seafood is then dipped in the batter and fried until it is golden brown and crispy. Beer battered seafood can be served with a variety of dipping sauces, such as tartar sauce, cocktail sauce, or malt vinegar. It can also be served with fries, onion rings, or coleslaw.

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

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 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

BEER-BATTERED SEAFOOD



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Fishing fans in the family? This is a scrumptious (and easy) way to fix their catch!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 14m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

Vegetable oil
1 pound fish fillet or 1 pound uncooked peeled deveined large shrimp, thawed if frozen
3 to 4 tablespoons Original Bisquick™ mix
1 cup Original Bisquick™ mix
1/2 cup beer
1 egg
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Heat oil (1 1/2 inches) in heavy saucepan or deep fryer to 350°F. Lightly coat fish with 3 to 4 tablespoons Bisquick mix.
  • Mix remaining ingredients with hand beater until smooth. (If batter is too thick, stir in additional beer, 1 tablespoon at a time, until desired consistency.) Dip fish into batter, letting excess drip into bowl.
  • Fry fish about 2 minutes on each side or until golden brown; drain. Serve hot and, if desired, with tartar sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 275, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 100 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 730 mg

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

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.

BEER BATTER FOR FISH, SHRIMP & ONION RINGS



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Great for a fish fry. Mushrooms and other veggies go great too, as well as chicky tenders, and squares of marinated tofu. Experiment and have fun! Makes enough for 1 pound of seafood.

Provided by PalatablePastime

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 1 1/4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

2/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup beer
1 egg
1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Mix flour, salt, and baking powder in a bowl using a fork.
  • Beat beer, egg and oil together in a separate bowl.
  • Stir into flour mixture until well blended.
  • Batter should be pretty smooth and moderately thick.
  • Dip fish, shrimp, or onion slices in coating and deep-fry in hot oil that has been heated to 350 degrees, until it becomes golden.
  • Drain, and serve while hot and crispy.
  • This recipe also works well with chicken tenders and vegetable pieces; whatever you like to coat with beer batter.

BEER-BATTERED SHRIMP



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Looking for a seafood recipe made using Original Bisquick® mix? Then check out this beer-battered scrimp recipe for dinner that's ready in 25 minutes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup Original Bisquick™ mix
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 cup regular or nonalcoholic beer
1 egg
1 lb uncooked peeled deveined large (16 to 20 count) shrimp, thawed if frozen, tail shells removed
3 to 4 tablespoons Original Bisquick™ mix
Vegetable oil for frying
1/2 cup sweet-and-sour sauce

Steps:

  • In deep 10-inch skillet, heat 1 1/2 inches oil over medium heat to 375°F.
  • In medium bowl, stir 1 cup Bisquick mix, the garlic powder, beer and egg with wire whisk or fork until smooth. (If batter is too thick, stir in additional beer, 1 tablespoon at a time, until desired consistency.)
  • Lightly coat 6 shrimp with 1/4 cup Bisquick mix. Dip shrimp into batter, letting excess drip into bowl. Fry in oil about 2 minutes on each side or until golden brown; drain on paper towels. Repeat with remaining shrimp. Serve hot with sweet-and-sour sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 610, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 215 mg, Fat 8 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 750 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 1 1/2 g

PAULA DEEN'S BEER BATTERED SHRIMP



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I found this recipe on Food Network's website and couldn't believe it wasn't on Zaar! This is a super simple fried shrimp recipe from Paula Deen. I tried this on my shrimp the other night and it was delicious. I also fried some chicken tenders in the batter and they were delicious as well. Make sure you let the beer/flour mixture sit for a few hours before using it.

Provided by StephanieNS

Categories     Healthy

Time 4h10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup beer
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
21 -25 large shrimp, peeled and deveined with tails left on
oil, for frying

Steps:

  • Preheat a fryer or a deep pot halfway filled with oil to 350 degrees F.
  • In a bowl, combine the beer, flour, and salt, and allow to sit at room temperature for several hours.
  • Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and dip the shrimp in the batter and fry for approximately 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Drain shrimp on paper towels.
  • Enjoy!

Tips:

  • Use cold beer: Cold beer helps to create a light and crispy batter.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter will make it tough.
  • Use a variety of seafood: Beer-battered seafood is a great way to enjoy a variety of seafood, such as fish, shrimp, and calamari.
  • Serve with your favorite dipping sauce: Beer-battered seafood is delicious with a variety of dipping sauces, such as tartar sauce, cocktail sauce, or ranch dressing.

Conclusion:

Beer-battered seafood is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With a few simple tips, you can create a light and crispy batter that will perfectly complement your favorite seafood. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give beer-battered seafood a try. You won't be disappointed!

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