This recipe delivers a light, crispy batter that’s perfect for frying fish, chicken, or vegetables. It’s a closely guarded secret, but we’re sharing it with you today!
Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup ice-cold club soda
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions:
- Prep Your Ingredients:
- Ensure your club soda is ice-cold.
- Have your protein or vegetable ready to be battered.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and pepper.
- Create the Batter:
- Slowly pour the ice-cold club soda into the dry ingredients, whisking gently until just combined. Do not overmix. The batter should be slightly lumpy.
- Batter Your Food:
- Dip your protein or vegetable into the batter, ensuring it’s evenly coated. Excess batter will drip off naturally.
- Fry to Perfection:
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Carefully add the battered food to the hot oil, working in batches to avoid overcrowding.
- Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Drain and Serve:
- Remove the fried food from the oil and drain on paper towels.
- Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Tips for the Perfect Batter:
- Ice-Cold Club Soda: The colder the soda, the crispier the batter.
- Gently Mix: Overmixing can lead to a tough batter.
- Don’t Overload the Oil: Crowding the pot will lower the oil temperature and result in greasy food.
- Drain Thoroughly: Excess oil can make your food soggy.
Enjoy your crispy, delicious treats!