Long John Silver Fish Batter

Prep: 20 min Cook: 7 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: American

Golden and crispy, Long John Silver Fish Batter offers a delightful coating for fried seafood, combining the richness of beer and butter with a hint of mustard or horseradish for a subtle spicy kick. Perfect for seafood lovers seeking a flavorful, crunchy treat. Suitable for casual dinners or fish fry gatherings.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup beer
  • 1 1/3 cup flour
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 2 eggs - separated
  • 1 tsp horseradish or dry mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Blend beer, flour, butter, egg yolks, and seasoning in a bowl.
  2. Let the batter stand for 10 minutes.
  3. Beat egg whites until stiff.
  4. Fold the beaten egg whites into the batter.
  5. Dip cleaned and deveined shrimp or fish into the batter.
  6. Deep fry at 375°F (190°C) for 5 to 7 minutes until golden brown.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

441 kcal 22% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 4.7g 9% DV
Total Fat 27g 35% DV
Carbs 43.5g 16% DV
Fiber 1.5g 5% DV
Sugar 2.1g 4% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9866.3mg 100% DV
Potassium 232mg 5% DV
Cholesterol 139.5mg 47% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 15.8mcg 2% DV
Vitamin C 6.3mg 7% DV
Calcium 81.8mg 6% DV
Iron 1.8mg 10% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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