This fish is dredged in a beer infused batter that leaves your fried fish with a fluffy but crisp breading. The kind of breading that resembles that of your local seafood chain restaurants. The difference is ours tastes just like the United Kingdom Pavilion at Epcot!
Since I've never been out of this country, unless you count traveling throughout the World Showcase at Epcot at Disney World, I can't tell you if this is exactly what the famous fish from the English fish and chips dish actually tastes like. But, I have heard that the different "countries" at Epcot are supposedly authentic, so I can tell you that this fish tastes just like the UK pavilion at Epcot, and that should count for something. Am I right?! Even if I'm not, and this dish is nothing like the real thing, it is delicious and it is a different way to cook up your fish at your next fish fry! A way that will impress your family and friends, and that always counts.
What do you need?
1 ½ pounds white fish filets (Cod is the actual fish you should be using, but I used thicker cut talapia)
12oz dark beer (we used Yuengling)
1 ¼ cups flour
2 tablespoons salt
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon baking powder
canola oil for frying
What do you do?
In a large bowl whisk together your flour, baking powder, and seasonings.
Measure out ¾ cup of the mixture and put into a pie dish, this will be used for your dredging.
Heat your oil to 375 degrees in a large pot, enough to fill half a large pot. (I use the one I cook my spaghetti noodles in)
Once your oil reaches 375 degrees, stir your beer into the flour mixture that was left behind, stirring as you go. You want a pancake batter consistency.
Start by dipping your fish into the dry flour mix, shaking off excess flour, then into the beer batter, making sure to coat the entire piece of fish.
Drop carefully into your hot oil and fry until your fish is a nice golden brown color, only flipping once.
3 minutes on the first side and 4 minutes on the other is what I did.
Drain on paper towels, and sprinkle with salt as the fish comes out and is still hot.
Transfer to a wire rack to keep your fish crispy while frying up the rest.
Serve your fish with fries (or chips), malt vinegar, and tarter sauce.
This recipe is adapted from 12 Tomatoes.
Kristen @ Musings of an Average Mom
Wow this recipe sounds delicious. I always love the beer battered fish at the restaurants, the breading is so flaky will have to try this out at home. Thanks!
Joanna
Thanks for stopping by! If you give it a try, let me know what you think.
Mary (The Godmother @ Goodie Godmother)
I'm sending this link to my sister! She's a Disney fiend and loves to get the Fish and Chips at Epcot! I'm sure she'll be excited to make them at home one day 🙂
Joanna
Oh, that's great! 🙂 I hope that your sister finds the time to make them! They take me back to Epcot every time we have them! Thanks for stopping by!
Debbie
Hi Joanna, this batter recipe sounds tasty. I have made beer batter before, but never with all the spices in your recipe. Will be trying it for sure! Thanks for sharing.
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Joanna
Thank you for stopping by! If you try it out, let me know what you think! All those extra spices, definitely give it that kick of flavor. 🙂
Cindy @ Your Kids OT
OMG! This looks so yummy! I try to avoid deep frying but it may be worth it for this and I'm sure my family will love it!
Joanna
I usually broil, bake, or grill our fish. However, after the same way for so long it's nice to change it up, and this was a great reason to break out that fryer!
Claire
Whoo I am so hungry now, these look so tasty 🙂
Thanks for sharing at Creative Mondays
Joanna
Don't ya just love food that looks tasty!? 🙂
Miz Helen
We will just love this recipe and can't wait to try it. Thanks so much for sharing your awesome recipe with Full Plate Thursday and come back real soon.
Have a great day,
Miz Helen
Joanna
Thanks for stopping by! Let me know what y'all think of it!