Classic Beer Batter Recipe for Deep-Frying
A versatile four-ingredient beer batter yields consistently crispy results for deep-fried foods like onion rings, fish, or chicken strips.
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Instructions
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Heat oil in a deep pot for frying.
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Combine 1 beaten egg and 1 cup cold beer in a large bowl.
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In a separate bowl, mix 1 cup cake flour, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon paprika.
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Add the dry flour mixture to the beer mixture, gently poking with a fork until a lumpy, loose batter forms; do not stir or whisk.
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Immediately dredge 1 to 2 pounds sliced onions in the batter and deep-fry in the hot oil.
Nutritional Info (per serving)
Calories:
84 kcal
Carbohydrate:
15 g
Cholesterol:
23 mg
Fiber:
0 g
Protein:
2 g
Saturated Fat:
0 g
Sodium:
77 mg
Sugar:
0 g
Fat:
1 g
Unsaturated Fat:
0 g