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Crispy Gluten-Free Beer-Battered Fish Easy Recipe for Fathers Day Fry-Up

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A crispy, gluten-free beer-battered fish recipe that delivers classic crunch and flavor, perfect for Father’s Day or any casual brunch. Uses simple gluten-free flours and cold beer for a light, airy batter.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) firm white fish fillets (cod, haddock, or pollock), skin removed and cut into pieces
  • 1 cup (130g) gluten-free rice flour
  • ½ cup (60g) chickpea flour (besan)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt, plus extra for seasoning the fish
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 cup (240ml) cold gluten-free beer (light lager or pilsner)
  • Vegetable oil for frying (about 4 cups or 1 liter)
  • Lemon wedges for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels. Season lightly with salt and pepper and set aside for a few minutes.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together rice flour, chickpea flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper until evenly combined.
  3. Slowly pour in the cold gluten-free beer, whisking gently to create a smooth, thick batter. Adjust thickness with more beer or cold water if needed.
  4. Heat oil in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to maintain temperature.
  5. Dip each seasoned fish piece into the batter, allowing excess to drip off, then carefully lower into hot oil. Fry in batches without overcrowding.
  6. Fry each batch for 4 to 5 minutes, turning occasionally, until batter is golden brown and fish flakes easily.
  7. Use a slotted spoon to transfer fried fish to a cooling rack set over a baking sheet to drain excess oil and keep crisp.
  8. Serve immediately with lemon wedges and your favorite sides.

Notes

Keep the beer and batter cold for best crispiness. Do not overmix the batter to avoid toughness. Maintain oil temperature at 350°F to prevent greasy or burnt batter. Use fresh oil and fry in small batches. Rest fried fish on a cooling rack instead of paper towels to keep crust crisp. If batter thickens, whisk in more cold beer. For dairy-free, ensure beer is vegan-friendly.

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