Beer Batter for Fish

Basic beer batter, good for almost any white fleshed fish.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 15 mins
• Calories: 772 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• 3 eggs
• 1 ½ cups milk
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• salt to taste
• ¾ cup beer
• ground black pepper to taste
• 2 quarts vegetable oil for frying
• 4 cups pastry flour
• 1⁄16 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 ½ pounds cod fillets

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, stir together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and cornstarch.

Step 2

In a large bowl, beat together eggs and milk. Mix in beer. Stir in flour mixture. Season with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.

Step 3

In an electric deep fryer or a heavy saucepan, heat oil to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

Step 4

Coat fish in batter, and submerge in hot oil. Fry until golden brown, about 4 to 5 minutes. Serve.