Fish Batter Recipes

Fish can be cooked into a variety of lip smacking ways by merely using different types of batter. The batter preparation lends a unique flavor to the way fish is prepared. It helps to add that much-needed zing to your entire dish. Here, we shall take a look at many such recipes that can be used for any type of fish.

Recipe 1

Ingredients
Water (1 cup)
Salt (2 tsp)
Sugar (1 tsp)
Oil (1 tsp)
Cornstarch (1/2 cup)
All-purpose Flour (1 cup)
Baking Powder (1 tsp)

Preparation
Begin by mixing all the ingredients together carefully. Ensure there are no lumps. Then, preheat the oil in the deep fat fryer to the required temperature. Dry fish with the help of a paper towel and then dip it in the batter. Now, place each piece in the oil. Ensure the batter is set on both sides and cook till it turns a shade of golden brown. Place the fish on a paper towel to drain oil and serve hot.

Recipe 2

Ingredients
Egg (1)
Milk (250ml)
Plain flour (4 oz)
Salt and pepper

Preparation
First, you need to put the milk and the egg into the blender. Then, add some flour along with the salt and pepper. Follow the exact order as mentioned to avoid the flour from sticking to the blades. Cover the blender with the lid and process it till it smoothens. Place it aside for 30 minutes. Then, place it again in the blender before you use it with the fish preparation.

Recipe 3

Ingredients
Egg (1)
Vegetable Oil ( cup)
Pancake Mix (2 cups)
Lemon juice (1 lemon)
Salt and Pepper

Preparation
Mix all the ingredients in a bowl and use water or milk to achieve the right consistency levels for the batter. Egg as an ingredient for the batter helps to make the batter a little on the crunchy side.

Recipe 4

Ingredients
Egg whites (3)
Flour (2 cups)
Milk (1 cup)
Sea salt ( tsp)
Sage ( tsp)
Thyme ( tsp)
Light beer (1/3 can)
Chili powder ( tsp)
Red pepper ( tsp)
Paprika (2 tsp)
Seasoned salt (2 tsp)
Pepper to taste

Preparation
Mix all the ingredients in a large bowl and make sure it forms the right consistency without any lumps. Dip the fish in the batter and fry till it turns golden brown.

Recipe 5

Ingredients for the batter
Eggs - beaten (2)
Salt (3/4 tsp)
Cornstarch (1/4 cup)
Milk (1/2 cup)
Garlic Powder (1/2 tsp)
All-purpose Flour (1/2 cup)

For the Marinate Sauce
Honey (1 Tbsp)
Sherry (2 Tbsp)
Lemon Juice (1 Tbsp)
Fresh Ginger - crushed or grated (1 tsp)

Preparation
First, you need to mix the honey and lemon juice along with sherry and ginger. Follow this by marinating the fish for 15 minutes. Then, mix flour, eggs, garlic, cornstarch, milk and salt to prepare a smooth batter. Dip the pieces of fish in this batter and fry till golden brown.