BEER-BATTERED FISH

Beer-Battered Fish image

Provided by Martha Stewart

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 cups vegetable oil
1 cup all-purpose flour
Coarse salt
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup pale lager
1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless cod or other firm white-fleshed fish, cut into 1-by-3-inch pieces
lemon wedges, for serving
Tartar Sauce, for serving

Steps:

In a wide 6-quart pot fitted with a deep-fat thermometer, heat oil to 350 degrees over medium-high. Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, whisk together flour, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and baking powder. Slowly add beer and whisk batter until smooth. Line a baking sheet with paper towels and place near stove.
Pat fish dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt. In two batches, dip fish into batter (gently shaking off excess) and place in oil. Fry fish, turning occasionally, until deep golden brown and crisp, about 7 minutes per batch (adjust heat as necessary to maintain 350 degrees throughout frying).
With a slotted spoon or mesh strainer, transfer fish to prepared sheet to drain. Keep warm while cooking second batch. Serve with lemon wedges and tartar sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 549 g, Fat 38 g, Protein 29 g