How to Make Poor Man's Beer Batter Fish - A Step-by-Step Guide

Fish and chips is a classic dish that hails from the United Kingdom, and it has been enjoyed by people all over the world for generations. However, the traditional method of preparing beer-battered fish can be quite expensive, especially if you're on a tight budget. That's where the "Poor Man's" beer batter fish comes in - this recipe offers all the flavor and crunch of the classic dish, but without the hefty price tag. Whether you're trying to save a few bucks or simply want to try a new twi...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup beer, or as needed
  • 1 (7 ounce) container shake and pour buttermilk pancake mix
  • 2 pounds trout fillets
  • ½ cup oil for frying

Information

  • Prep Time: 4 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 9 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Pour beer into the pancake mix container in place of the water it calls for. Make the batter as thick or thin as you prefer. Close the lid, give it a few shakes, and boom it's done.
  • Dip fish into the batter using a pair of tongs, or if you want to dirty a dish, pour the batter in a bowl first. If you cut your fish into smaller pieces, you can toss them into the container, close the lid and shake it a couple of times, then carefully remove the coated pieces.
  • Remove the fish from the batter using tongs, and place into the hot oil. Fry the fish until golden brown on both sides, 3 to 4 minutes per side.
  • Nutrition

    286 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 75mg
    • Sodium: 336mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 18g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 26g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 68mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 469mg