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Crispy Fish Batter Recipe

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This Crispy Fish Batter recipe creates a light and crunchy coating perfect for frying fish fillets. Made with all-purpose flour, baking powder, milk, water, and salt, it produces a smooth batter that fries to a golden brown crisp. Ideal for classic fried fish dishes, this batter ensures a deliciously crunchy exterior that complements tender fish inside.

Ingredients

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Fish Batter Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup water

Instructions

  1. Gather ingredients: Collect all the batter ingredients – flour, baking powder, salt, milk, and water.
  2. Prepare the batter: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, milk, and water until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps.
  3. Heat oil: Pour vegetable or canola oil into a deep fryer or heavy pan and heat to 365°F (185°C). Use a thermometer to ensure accurate temperature.
  4. Prep fish: Pat fish fillets dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. This helps the batter adhere better to the fish.
  5. Batter the fish: Dip each fish fillet into the prepared batter, ensuring it’s thoroughly coated.
  6. Fry the fish: Carefully lower battered fillets one at a time into the hot oil. Fry several fillets at once without overcrowding, turning them once to cook both sides evenly. Fry for about 2 minutes per side or until golden brown and cooked through.
  7. Drain excess oil: Remove the fried fish and place them on a wire rack set over a paper towel-lined pan to drain excess oil and retain crispiness.
  8. Serve: Serve the crispy fish hot alongside your favorite sides and sauces.

Notes

  • Use the batter immediately after mixing for best results; it does not store well.
  • Maintain oil temperature at 365°F to ensure a crispy coating without absorbing excess oil.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan while frying to prevent oil temperature from dropping and uneven cooking.
  • The nutrition facts apply to the batter only and represent the full amount of batter made, not per serving of fried fish.
  • Patting fish dry before battering is essential to help the batter stick and create a crisp crust.

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