Description
Crispy fish batter elevates seafood with golden, light-as-air perfection. Crunchy exterior and delicate inner layers promise a delightful coastal-inspired feast you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cold sparkling water (or cold beer)
- 4–6 fish fillets (cod, haddock, or tilapia)
Dry Seasonings:
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Cooking Ingredient:
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
- Thoroughly dry fish fillets using paper towels, eliminating excess moisture. Season with salt and pepper, then set aside at room temperature.
- Create a delicate batter by combining flour, cornstarch, baking powder, seasonings in a mixing bowl. Gradually incorporate cold sparkling water or beer, whisking until smooth with a light, airy consistency. Avoid overmixing to preserve batter’s delicate texture.
- Prepare frying station by heating vegetable oil in a large skillet or deep fryer to precisely 350F (175C). Ensure oil depth is sufficient for complete fish submersion.
- Prepare fish for frying by lightly coating each fillet in flour, gently shaking off surplus. Dunk floured fish into prepared batter, ensuring complete coverage. Allow excess batter to drip off before cooking.
- Gently lower battered fish into sizzling oil, maintaining small batch sizes to prevent temperature drop. Fry each piece for 3-5 minutes per side until exterior achieves a golden, crisp texture. Fish is ready when it flakes effortlessly with a fork. Extract with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towel-lined plate to remove excess oil.
- Serve piping hot, accompanied by tangy tartar sauce, fresh lemon wedges, and classic sides like coleslaw or crispy french fries for a satisfying meal.
Notes
- Ensure fish fillets are thoroughly dry to achieve maximum crispiness and prevent oil splattering during frying.
- Use cold sparkling water or beer for an extra light, airy batter that creates a delicate, crisp coating.
- Keep oil temperature consistent at 350F to guarantee even cooking and prevent greasy texture.
- For gluten-free option, swap wheat flour with rice flour or gluten-free all-purpose flour blend.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 370 mg
- Fat: 3 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 56 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg