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Ingredients

  • 8 whole Tilapia Fillets
  • 2 cups All-purpose Flour
  • 1 Tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Lawrys Seasoned Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoons Cracked Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 12 ounces, fluid Of Your Favorite Pilsner, Very Cold
  • 4 cups Canola Oil

Method

  • Heat oil in a pot on medium-high heat until it registers 350 degrees F.
  • Add dry ingredients to a mixing bowl and stir to combine everything.
  • Once everything is combined, mix in cold beer, and lightly whisk until you have a smooth batter.
  • Let batter rest for about 5 minutes.
  • Once oil is heated, dip fish fillet into batter to lightly coat,.
  • Let any excess batter drip back into the bowl.
  • Carefully place fish fillet into oil and cook until nice golden brown, roughly 4-6 minutes.
  • Remove with your kitchen spider, or large slotted spoon, and place on a paper-lined plate to remove any excess oil.
  • Season with a pinch of salt, and repeat.
  • The end result is a crisp batter that is just a perfect pairing with your fish.
  • Feel free to use on cod or halibut as well.