First rule of beer batter: Beer batter is not complicated, it should only contain beer and self-raising flour. Second rule of beer batter: The beer should be cold. Third rule of beer batter: You DO NOT need to sift the flour, and don’t over-whisk it. A few lumps actually makes for a better texture. Fourth ...more
First rule of beer batter: Beer batter is not complicated, it should only contain beer and self-raising flour. Second rule of beer batter: The beer should be cold. Third rule of beer batter: You DO NOT need to sift the flour, and don’t over-whisk it. A few lumps actually makes for a better texture. Fourth and most important rule of beer batter: It is important to choose the correct beer according to what you are going to cook. As any ingredient ranges in texture and taste, so does beer.
Pre-heat your fryer to 350 degrees F. You can use a heavy saucepan over a medium heat with a thermometer but a small domestic fryer is well worth the few dollars. I have a Breville fryer, it’s brilliant.
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In your stand mixer with the whisk attachment, add the flour and beer and whisk. Do not over-whisk as a few lumps adds a bit of extra texture. You can do it by hand.
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Dredge your ingredient (for instance, fish) in flour, tap to shake off any excess then coat in the batter.
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Fry for a few minutes or until golden brown, remove from oil and drain on kitchen towel. Season well, immediately.
Tip
You can add some freshly ground spices to the batter to give a flavour kick if you like.
Try deep frying fish in a beer batter laced with cumin, coriander and paprika to give a Moroccan direction. Serve it with a Moroccan zucchini salad and yogurt.
ahh a simple beer batter recipe with no egg mixed in. Used it on shrimp, and onion rings that were dredged in corn starch first (wife's idea) good eatin'.