Gordon Ramsay Beer Batter
A light, crispy Gordon Ramsay beer batter recipe perfect for coating fish, chicken, or vegetables, giving a golden crunch every time.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- measuring cups/spoons
- Sifter (optional)
- Deep fryer or heavy pan
- Slotted spoon
- Paper towels
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup cold beer lager or pale ale works best
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Extra flour for dusting
Instructions
- In a large bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
- Slowly pour in the cold beer while whisking to avoid lumps.
- Mix until smooth and slightly thick but still pourable.
- Let the batter rest for 10–15 minutes.
- Dust fish, chicken, or vegetables lightly with flour before dipping.
- Coat in beer batter, allowing excess to drip off.
- Fry in hot oil at 350°F (175°C) until golden and crisp.
- Drain on paper towels and serve immediately.
Notes
Nutrition Facts (per ¼ cup batter, approx.):
- Calories: 110
- Protein: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 0g