Craft Beer Battered Fish

Ingredients

Vegetable oil

for frying

All-purpose flour

1 cup

Baking powder

1 teaspoon

Salt

1 teaspoon

Black pepper

1/2 teaspoon

Craft beer

1 cup

White fish fillets (like cod or haddock)

4 (6-ounce) fillets

Tartar sauce

for serving

Instructions

1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
2. Gradually pour in the craft beer while whisking continuously until the batter is smooth and free of lumps. The consistency should be similar to thick pancake batter.
3. In a deep fryer or large pot, heat vegetable oil to 375°F (190°C). To test if the oil is ready, drop a small amount of batter into the oil; it should sizzle and float.
4. Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Dip each fillet into the batter, ensuring it is fully coated, then carefully lower it into the hot oil.
5. Fry the fish in batches for 4-5 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Avoid overcrowding the pan to maintain the oil temperature.
6. Once cooked, remove the fish from the oil and place it on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
7. Serve the beer battered fish hot, accompanied by homemade chips and a generous dollop of tartar sauce.