Beer Battered Fish

Step 1

Heat oil in a deep fryer to 365 degrees F (185 degrees C).

Step 2

Rinse fish, pat dry, and season with salt and pepper.

Step 3

Combine flour, garlic powder, paprika, 2 teaspoons salt, and 2 teaspoons pepper. Stir egg into dry ingredients.

Step 4

Gradually mix in one beer until a thin batter is formed.

Step 5

You should be able to see the fish through the batter after it has been dipped.

Step 6

Dip fish fillets into the batter, then drop one at a time into hot oil.

Step 7

Fry fish, turning once, until both sides are golden brown.

Step 8

Drain on paper towels, and serve warm.