Nan's Batter for Fish
Crispy, golden, and irresistibly flavorful, Nan’s Batter for Fish is your go-to recipe for achieving perfectly fried fish at home. This easy batter combines all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and baking powder for a light, airy texture, while a hint of garlic, paprika, and black pepper adds a subtle depth of flavor. The secret to its delicate crispiness? Cold sparkling water or club soda, which creates a beautifully thin coating that fries up to crunchy perfection. Ideal for cod, haddock, or tilapia, this recipe delivers a restaurant-quality meal in just 25 minutes. Serve it with a squeeze of lemon or pair with chips for an authentic fish-and-chips experience your family will love. Perfect for seafood lovers, this dish is easy to make and guaranteed to impress!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup Cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 cup Cold sparkling water or club soda
- 4 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)
- 4 filets Fish filets (e.g., cod, haddock, or tilapia)
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Whisk well to ensure all dry ingredients are evenly distributed.
Step 2
Gradually pour in the cold sparkling water or club soda, stirring gently until the mixture forms a smooth and slightly thick batter. Avoid overmixing to maintain lightness.
Step 3
Pat the fish filets dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture. This will help the batter adhere to the fish properly.
Step 4
Heat the vegetable oil in a large, deep skillet or pot to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to ensure the oil maintains the correct temperature throughout.
Step 5
Dip each fish filet into the batter, ensuring it is completely coated. Allow any excess batter to drip off before carefully placing the filet into the hot oil.
Step 6
Fry the fish filets in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Cook each filet for 3–5 minutes per side, or until the batter is golden brown and crispy.
Step 7
Use a slotted spoon or tongs to remove the fish filets from the oil, and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Step 8
Serve the battered fish immediately with your favorite dipping sauce, a wedge of lemon, or alongside chips for a classic fish-and-chips experience.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1735.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 8978.9 |
| Total Fat 951.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 136.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 200mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3054.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 110.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 0.4g | |
| Protein 92.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 800IU | 0% |
| Calcium 101.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1368.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories