Crispy Beer-Battered Fish Strips
Savor the exquisite flavors and delightful crunch of these crispy beer-battered fish strips. Made with tender white fish fillets, coated in a light and airy batter infused with beer and spices, these golden strips are a perfect balance of texture and taste. Paired with a hint of cayenne pepper and Old Bay seasoning, this dish is sure to be a crowd-pleaser at any gathering.
Ingredients
Ingredients | |
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| 1 gallon | safflower oil, for frying |
| 2 | cups flour |
| 1 | tablespoon baking powder |
| 1 | teaspoon kosher salt |
| ¼ | teaspoon cayenne pepper |
| 1 dash | Old Bay Seasoning |
| 1 | bottle brown beer, cold |
| 1 ½ | firm-fleshed white fish fillets, cut into 1 ounce strips (tilapia, pollock, cod) |
| cornstarch, for dredging | |
Instructions
For frying | |
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| 1. | Preheat the oven to 200°F (93°C). |
| 2. | Heat the safflower oil in a 5-quart Dutch oven over high heat until it reaches 350°F (177°C). |
Preparation and cooking | |
| 1. | In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, kosher salt, cayenne pepper, and Old Bay seasoning. |
| 2. | Gradually whisk in the cold beer until the batter is smooth and free of any lumps. |
| 3. | Refrigerate the batter for 15-60 minutes to allow flavors to meld. |
| 4. | Lightly dredge the fish strips in cornstarch before dipping them in the batter. |
| 5. | Work in small batches, dipping the fish into the batter and immersing it into the hot oil. |
| 6. | Cook until the batter is set, then carefully turn the fish pieces over and continue cooking until golden brown, approximately 2 minutes. |
| 7. | Drain the cooked fish on a roasting rack to preserve crispiness. |
| 8. | Ensure the oil temperature returns to 350°F (177°C) between batches for optimal frying results. |
Nutrients
The following values are based on a single serving of this recipe.
| Calories | 842.7 kcal |
| Protein | 76.2 g |
| Fat | 5.7 g |
| Carbohydrates | 103.5 g |
| Fiber | 3.5 g |
| Sugar | 0.4 g |
Published on Aug 14, 2024 by Luminița