Long John Silver's Fish Batter Recipe (Print Version)
Make crispy, delicious fish at home with this easy Long John Silver's fish batter recipe. Simple ingredients, big flavor!
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Contains Gluten, Dairy
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
01 -
2 cups All-Purpose Flour
02 -
1/4 cup Cornstarch
03 -
1 cup Ice-Cold Beer
04 -
2 Eggs
→ Seasonings & Spices
05 -
1 1/2 tsp Salt
06 -
1/2 tsp Black Pepper
07 -
1 tsp Paprika
08 -
1 tsp Baking Powder
→ Garnish & Toppings
09 -
Lemon Wedges
10 -
Tartar Sauce
→ Optional Extras
11 -
Malt Vinegar
12 -
Your Favorite Hot Sauce
# Instructions:
01 -
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, pepper, and paprika. Make sure there are no lumps!
02 -
Slowly pour in the ice-cold beer while whisking constantly. The batter should be thick but pourable.
03 -
Whisk in the eggs one at a time, mixing gently until just combined. Don't overmix!
04 -
Cut fish fillets into serving-sized pieces. Pat them dry with paper towels.
05 -
Dip each fish fillet in batter, heat oil in a skillet, and fry for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
06 -
Remove fish from oil, drain on a wire rack, and serve immediately with lemon wedges and tartar sauce!
# Notes:
01 -
Don't overmix the batter!
02 -
Store leftover fish in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
03 -
Sparkling water can be used instead of beer.
04 -
Serve with coleslaw or fries for a complete meal.
# Equipment Needed:
01 -
Large bowl
02 -
Whisk
03 -
Large skillet
04 -
Wire rack
05 -
Paper towels
# Nutrition (Per Serving):
Calories: 350 calories
Total Fat: 20 grams
Total Carbohydrate: 25 grams
Protein: 15 grams