Unbelievable Fish Batter

This fish batter recipe makes the lightest, crispiest batter imaginable! I received this recipe on a talk radio show in the early 1950s. It makes enough to coat approximately 2 pounds of fish.


Recipes · Seafood · Fish


Prep Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 10 mins
Yield: 2 1/4 cups
Servings: 6

Ingredients

Ingredients List
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

  • ½ cup milk

  • ½ cup water

  • ¼ teaspoon baking powder

  • 1 teaspoon salt


Directions

  1. Whisk flour, milk, water, baking powder, and salt together in a bowl until smooth.

To Use:

Heat oil in a deep fryer to 365 degrees F (185 degrees C). Dip fish fillets into the batter to coat. Carefully lower fillets, one at a time, into the hot oil. Fry several fillets at a time, turning once, until cooked through and golden brown, about 2 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.

Editor's Note:

Based on user reviews, the amount of baking soda in this recipe has been edited to 1/4 teaspoon.


Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Nutrition Facts
91 Calories
1g Fat
19g Carbs
3g Protein


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