Xanthan Gum Free Dairy Free Beer-Battered Fish
Total time50 min
Prep time15 min
Cook time20 min
4.6(28)
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4 servings
For the fish
- 1 ½ lb cod or haddock fillets, cut into 4 equal pieces
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For the batter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour, plus more for dredging
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- 1 cup cold lager or pale ale
- ¼ cup cold sparkling water
For frying
- 4 cups vegetable oil, for frying
For serving
- lemon wedges, for serving (optional)
- malt vinegar, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Pat the fish fillets completely dry with paper towels, then season all over with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Set aside on a plate while you prepare the batter.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, 1 tsp salt, garlic powder, and smoked paprika until combined.
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