Description
This homemade Long John Silver’s Fish Batter replicates the iconic crispy, golden coating from the beloved seafood chain. It’s light, crunchy, and perfectly seasoned, ideal for making crispy fish fillets at home. Whether you’re frying up cod, haddock, or any white fish, this batter will give you that signature crunch and flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 1/2 cup Cornstarch
- 1 tbsp Baking Powder
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
- 1/2 tsp Paprika
- 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 cup Cold Water (or more for desired batter consistency)
- 1 tbsp Lemon Juice (optional, for added flavor)
- 1 1/2 lbs White Fish Fillets (such as cod or haddock), cut into pieces
- Vegetable Oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Prepare the Fish:
- Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Cut them into manageable pieces, around 3-4 inches long, if not already prepped.
- Make the Batter:
- In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
- Gradually add the cold water and lemon juice (if using) while stirring to form a smooth batter. The consistency should be thick enough to coat the fish but still slightly runny—adjust with a little extra water if needed.
- Heat the Oil:
- In a deep frying pan or large pot, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. The oil should be around 350°F (175°C) for frying. To check, drop a small amount of batter into the oil; it should immediately sizzle and float to the top.
- Batter the Fish:
- Dip each fish fillet into the batter, coating it completely. Allow any excess batter to drip off before carefully placing the fish into the hot oil.
- Fry the Fish:
- Fry the battered fish pieces in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry each piece for 4-6 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Flip halfway through if needed for even cooking.
- Once done, transfer the fried fish onto a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Serve the crispy fish hot with your favorite sides such as fries, coleslaw, or a tangy dipping sauce like tartar sauce or malt vinegar.
Notes
- For extra crunch, you can use sparkling water or club soda instead of regular water in the batter for a lighter texture.
- This batter also works great for frying shrimp or chicken tenders.
- To keep the fried fish crispy, place it in a warm oven (around 200°F) on a cooling rack while frying the rest of the fish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of fish
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg