This recipe creates a deliciously crispy beer-battered fish, perfect for a hearty meal. The beer adds a unique flavor and lightness to the batter, making the fish fillets tender and flavorful.
Preparation time
15min
Cooking time
10min
Ingredients
4 Servings
- 120 g all-purpose flour
- 10 g baking powder
- 355 ml beer
- 900 g cod fillets
- 30 g cornstarch
- 1 egg
- oil for frying
- 5 g salt
Directions
Step 1
In a large bowl, mix together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt.
Step 2
Beat the egg in a separate bowl and then stir it into the dry ingredients.
Step 3
Gradually mix in the beer until the batter is smooth. Let the batter sit for a few minutes.
Step 4
Preheat oil in a deep fryer or large, heavy skillet to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
Step 5
Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels, then dip them into the batter, coating them completely.
Step 6
Fry the fillets in the preheated oil until the fish is golden brown and flakes easily with a fork, about 4 to 6 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
Step 7
Serve hot with your preferred sides and sauces.