Long John Silver’s Batter Fish or Chicken is known for its light, crispy, and golden coating that perfectly complements the tender fish or chicken inside. This homemade version replicates that famous batter, making it easy to enjoy this delicious meal at home.
📋 Ingredients:
For the Batter:
🍺 1 cup all-purpose flour
🍚 1/4 cup cornstarch
🍺 1 tsp baking powder
🧂 1/2 tsp salt
🍯 1/2 tsp sugar
🥄 1/4 tsp onion powder (optional)
🥄 1/4 tsp garlic powder (optional)
🍺 3/4 cup cold water (you can also use club soda for extra crispiness)
🥄 1 large egg
For the Fish or Chicken:
🐟 1 lb white fish fillets (like cod, haddock, or tilapia) or chicken tenders
🧂 Salt and pepper, to taste
🌾 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for dredging)
🛢️ Vegetable oil, for frying
📝 Directions:
- Prepare the Fish or Chicken:
- Season: 🧂 Pat the fish fillets or chicken tenders dry with paper towels. Season both sides lightly with salt and pepper.
- Dredge: 🌾 Lightly coat the fish or chicken in the 1/2 cup of flour, shaking off any excess. This helps the batter adhere better.
- Make the Batter:
- Mix Dry Ingredients: 🍺 In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, sugar, onion powder, and garlic powder (if using).
- Add Wet Ingredients: 🍺 In a separate bowl, whisk together the cold water (or club soda) and egg until well combined. Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, whisking until smooth. The batter should be slightly thick but still pourable.
- Heat the Oil:
- Prepare for Frying: 🛢️ Heat about 2-3 inches of vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large, heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F (175°C). If you don’t have a thermometer, you can test the oil by dropping a small bit of batter into it—if it sizzles and floats to the top, the oil is ready.
- Batter and Fry:
- Dip the Fish or Chicken: 🐟🐓 Dip each piece of fish or chicken into the batter, ensuring it is fully coated. Let any excess batter drip off before carefully placing it into the hot oil.
- Fry: 🛢️ Fry the fish or chicken in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pot. Cook for 3-5 minutes on each side, or until the batter is golden brown and the fish or chicken is cooked through. The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165°F (74°C), and the fish should flake easily with a fork.
- Drain and Serve:
- Drain: 🛢️ Remove the fried fish or chicken from the oil and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
- Serve: 🍽️ Serve immediately with your favorite sides like fries, coleslaw, or tartar sauce.
🍽 Serve:
Enjoy your crispy and delicious Long John Silver’s-style Batter Fish or Chicken, a perfect homemade version of this restaurant favorite!
⏱ Preparation Time: 15 minutes
⏱ Cooking Time: 15-20 minutes
⏱ Total Time: 30-35 minutes
🍽 Servings: 4 servings
🔥 Calories: 350 kcal per serving (varies with portion size and type of protein)
💡 Notes:
- For an extra crispy batter, you can replace some of the water with club soda.
- Be sure to keep the oil temperature steady for even cooking and crispy results.
Enjoy your homemade Long John Silver’s Batter Fish or Chicken! 🐟✨🐓