In the vibrant culinary landscape of Wisconsin, the art of beer battering fish has been elevated to an iconic status. This unique cooking technique, which involves coating fish fillets in a flavorful batter made with local beer, produces a crispy, golden-brown exterior that complements the delicate, flaky texture of the fish. Whether you're a seasoned angler or simply a lover of great food, discovering the best recipe for Wisconsin beer batter for fish is an adventure worth embarking on. From classic recipes that have stood the test of time to innovative variations that add a modern twist, there's a beer batter recipe out there to satisfy every palate. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and let's dive into the world of Wisconsin beer batter for fish.
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WISCONSIN BEER BATTERED FRIED FISH
Make and share this Wisconsin Beer Battered Fried Fish recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Rinshinomori
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Put flour, seasoning salt, garlic powder and paprika into a large bowl and whisk to combine.
- Add beer and 1/4 cup water and whisk to make a smooth batter.
- Pour the oil into a large heavy pot to a depth of 2" and heat over medium high heat until temperature registers 350 F on a deep fry thermometer.
- Working in batches, dust the fish with cornstarch lightly, dip the fish into the batter, shaking off some of the excess, and fry, turning occasionally, until cooked through and deep golden brown, about 5 minutes. Transfer the fried fish to a rack to drain.
BEER-BATTERED FISH
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
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
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 BATTER FISH MADE GREAT
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 PERCH - THE CLASSIC WISCONSIN FISH FRY
If you are looking to make your own deep fried fish, no meal reigns supreme quite like beer battered perch and the classic Wisconsin fish fry!
Provided by Fox Valley Foodie
Categories Entree
Time 14m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Add 2-3" of oil to a high walled skillet or fill a deep fryer. Heat oil to 375 degrees.
- Place 1/3 cup of flour in a bowl.
- Add 1 cup of flour and 1/2 tsp salt in a separate bowl and whisk in beer until the batter has a thin consistency that just coats the back of a spoon.*
- Dip the fillets in flour, shaking off the excess and then dip evenly in the batter.**
- Place battered fillets in hot oil, working in batches.
- Fry fish 2-4 minutes, or until it reaches golden brown. The fish will cook quickly inside so don't be afraid to judge the doneness solely by the color of the breading.
- Remove from oil and let drain on a cooling rack or paper towel prior to serving.
- Plate with French fries, coleslaw, buttered rye bread, tartar sauce for dipping and lemon wedge.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 383 kcal, Carbohydrate 48 g, Protein 36 g, Fat 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 136 mg, Sodium 488 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving
WISCONSIN BEER BATTER FOR FISH
In the early 1970's, I was head cook at a popular local supper club. This is how we made our beer batter.
Provided by Ackman
Categories Healthy
Time 16m
Yield 3-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oil to 375° for fish -- 350° for other.**.
- Mix all ingredients together until very thin & smooth. (You may not need the entire bottle/can of beer, so drink the rest if you want to.hate to see good beer wasted. LOL!).
- Batter should be thin, but NOT runny -- adjust amounts accordingly.
- Fish should be thawed & patted dry.
- Dust the fish or whatever with DRY batter mix (Plain flour will work, too).
- Dip into beer batter until completely coated.
- Place into hot oil,.BE CAREFUL so you don't burn yourself!
- Fry in small batches until golden brown, turning once -- fish should take about 5-7 minutes, depending on thickness -- onion rings should take about 3-5 minutes total -- cheese curds take only 1-+/- minute.
- Drain on paper towel.
- Serve with your favorite Tartar Sauce & ENJOY!
- *NOTE: When deep frying cheese curds, it's best to put them in the freezer for AT LEAST 2 hours before deep frying.
- **NOTE II: If using a deep fryer,."FOLLOW MGFr's DIRECTIONS". A fry pot with hot oil should be NO MORE than 1/3 full to prevent accidents!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 478, Fat 6.1, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 158.8, Sodium 936, Carbohydrate 50.7, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 0.1, Protein 43.7
CRISPY BEER-BATTERED FISH
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
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.
Tips:
- Use a light, fluffy beer for a crispy batter. Some good options include lagers, pilsners, and wheat beers.
- Make sure the beer is cold before using it in the batter. This will help to keep the batter light and airy.
- Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing will make the batter tough and chewy.
- Use a deep fryer or large saucepan filled with oil to fry the fish. The oil should be heated to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Fry the fish in small batches so that it doesn't overcrowd the fryer or saucepan. This will help to ensure that the fish cooks evenly.
- Don't overcook the fish. Fish is best when it is cooked through but still flaky and moist.
Conclusion:
Wisconsin beer batter is a delicious and easy way to fry fish. It produces a light, crispy batter that is perfect for any type of fish. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced cook, you can easily make this recipe at home. So next time you are looking for a delicious way to fry fish, give Wisconsin beer batter a try.
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