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Long John Silvers Fish Batter Copycat Recipe

Long John Silvers Fish Batter recipe is perfect for fish, and so much more
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword Long john Silvers Fish, Long John Silvers Fish Batter Copycat Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 458kcal
Author Stephanie Manley

Ingredients

  • 8 cups vegetable oil for frying
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 16 ounces club soda
  • 2 pounds cod or other white fish sliced into 3-ounce pieces

Instructions

  • Heat about 8 cups of vegetable oil to 350°F in a deep fryer or heavy pot.
  • To make the batter, combine the flour, cornstarch, sugar, salt, baking powder, baking soda, onion salt, paprika, and ground black pepper in a mixing bowl. Stir to combine.
  • Add the club soda to the dry ingredients and continue to stir as the batter foams.
  • Coat the fish pieces with the batter and drop them into the hot oil.
  • Fry for 2 to 3 minutes until the batter is golden and the fish pieces begin to float to the top of the oil.
  • Drain the fish on a wire rack.

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Recipe Tips

Pro cooking tips for perfect Long John Silver's style of fish

  • Temperature Control is Critical: Maintain oil at exactly 350°F. Too hot, and the batter will burn before the fish cooks; too cool, and the fish will absorb oil, becoming greasy.
  • The "Dip and Lift" Technique: When placing battered fish in hot oil, dip it and lift it back out slightly a few times in quick succession. This allows the outer layer of the batter to set slightly, preventing the batter from sliding off or expanding too dramatically.
  • Carbonation Timing: Add the club soda only when you're ready to fry. The carbonation creates a light texture, and it diminishes quickly once it is opened and mixed into the batter.

Nutrition

Calories: 458kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 65mg | Sodium: 1159mg | Potassium: 702mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 145IU | Vitamin C: 1.5mg | Calcium: 49mg | Iron: 2.5mg
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