Beer Batter Recipe
Cowbridge Kitchen
About This Recipe
Batter is basically flour and water and it is used to make such British classics as Fish and Chips or Sausage in batter
This Batter is quick and easy to make. Batter is essential in the Great British Chip Shop for making Fish in batter, Sausage in batter and many more battered foods.
Although this Batter is made using Beer, you can substitute the Beer for Soda water for a more traditional Batter mix.
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The origins of batter can be traced back to ancient culinary practices, where the combination of flour and liquid was first utilized to create a cohesive mixture for cooking. Historical records suggest that early civilizations, such as the Egyptians and the Chinese, experimented with various forms of batter, using locally available grains and water to produce simple flatbreads and cakes.
As trade routes expanded and cultures intermingled, the techniques for preparing batter evolved, incorporating diverse ingredients like eggs, milk, and leavening agents, which enhanced the texture and flavor of the final products. By the Middle Ages, batter had become a staple in European kitchens, leading to the development of a wide array of dishes, from pancakes to pastries.
This evolution not only reflects the ingenuity of cooks throughout history but also highlights the cultural significance of batter in various culinary traditions around the world, as it continues to serve as a foundational element in both sweet and savory recipes today.
10 mins Prep.
No Cooking. Required
Time
26g
Caolories: 90
Protein: 2g
Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 0g
Sugar: 1g
Nutrition
Servings
Difficulty
This is a Basic batter recipe that you can use for Fish, Sausage etc.
I have compare this batter to a chip shop batter with beer.
Cost to make:
£1.44/ $1.82(Est.)
Equipment:
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Homemade Beer Batter
This batter is the secret to a good battered fish or even a sausage in batter. I also use this batter mix to make Chinese chicken balls in batter.
The secret to a great batter is the liquid, we are making a Beer Batter so rather obviously we are using Beer (Lager). You could substitute this for some other fizzy liquid such as Soda water, but this will change the taste of the batter.
Cuisine:British
ingredients
25 ml of Olive Oil
50 ml Cold Water
125 ml of Larger or Carbonated Water
A Pinch of Salt
Lemon Juice (Optional)
Cooking Instructions
- Put the flour and Salt into a Mixing bowl.
- In this recipe we are making a Beer batter, so the carbonated liquid is Lager, but you can substitute this for carbonated water if you prefer.
- Mix in the Olive Oil , Beer and water so that you get a nice thick batter.
- Beat well with a fork or whisk to get the batter light and full of bubbles.
This batter is great for making battered Fish, Sausage and Chicken.
