When cooking fried fish, onion rings, or vegetables, the key to a crispy and flavorful dish lies in the batter. A light batter allows the natural flavors of the ingredients to shine through while providing a delicate coating that enhances their texture. Whether you prefer a crispy crunch or a more delicate tempura-style coating, there are numerous light batter recipes to suit your taste. This article explores various light batter recipes, offering tips and tricks to achieve the perfect crispy coating for your favorite fried foods.
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LIGHT BATTER (FOR FRIED FISH, ONION RINGS OR VEGGIES)
This makes a very light crispy and tasty all purpose batter for fried zucchini, shrimp or whatever. Makes enough for two lbs. of fish filets plus a bunch of veggies. You can use plain soda or lemon/lime flavor.
Provided by manushag
Categories High In...
Time 25m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix baking soda, salt, pepper and flour.
- Add melted butter.
- Add egg and lemon juice.
- Add soda. (add more if batter seems too thick.) Batter will be lumpy, but lumps will cook out, so don't over mix.
- Dip fish or vegetables into dry flour first before dipping into batter. This will help batter stick.
- Fry veggies first in hot oil (350 degrees), then fish.
- Drain on paper towels and keep in warm oven while frying.
- Serve with tartar sauce.
FRIED ONION RINGS
These are very delicate and the best I have had. My ex was a fanatic when it came to onion rings, and thought this recipe to be the best he ever had. Have also made other veggies in this batter. Can be refrigerated or frozen, then reheated in oven or microwave. Carbonated water can be substituted for beer in this recipe.
Provided by GOURMETFOX
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Onion
Time 45m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large, deep skillet, heat oil to 365 degrees F (180 degrees C).
- In a medium bowl, combine flour, beer, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth. Dredge onion slices in the batter, until evenly coated. Deep fry in the hot oil until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 125.9 calories, Carbohydrate 11.9 g, Fat 7.5 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 2.2 mg, Sugar 2.3 g
UNBELIEVABLE FISH BATTER
In the early 1950's, I received this recipe on an open-line, talk-radio show. It makes the lightest, crispiest batter imaginable. This makes enough to coat approximately 2 pounds of fish.
Provided by MargeBC
Time 10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Whisk together the flour, milk, water, baking powder, and salt in a bowl until smooth.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 90.9 calories, Carbohydrate 19.4 g, Cholesterol 1.6 mg, Fat 0.6 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 1372.1 mg, Sugar 1 g
CRISPY FRIED ONION RINGS
I use this onion rings recipe as a burger topper to add an extra element to already fantastic burgers. These onion rings are also perfect for giving your salads a little crunch. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 25m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a shallow bowl, whisk the first 5 ingredients. Separate onion slices into rings. Dip rings into batter. In a deep-fat fryer, heat 1 in. of oil to 375°. In batches, fry onion rings until golden brown, 1 to 1-1/2 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 71 calories, Fat 5g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 153mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
Tips:
- Use a light batter for frying fish, onion rings, or veggies to ensure a crispy, golden-brown coating that won't overpower the natural flavors of the food.
- Make sure your batter is well-chilled before frying. This will help the batter set quickly and prevent it from becoming too oily.
- Use a light hand when coating your food in batter. Too much batter will make your food greasy and heavy.
- Fry your food in hot oil. This will help the batter cook quickly and evenly.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when frying. This will cause the oil temperature to drop and the food will not cook evenly.
- Drain your food on paper towels after frying to remove excess oil.
Conclusion:
These light batter recipes are perfect for frying fish, onion rings, or veggies. They are easy to make and produce a crispy, golden-brown coating that is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make fried food, give one of these recipes a try.
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