Long John Silver’s Inspired Crispy Batter

Long John Silver’s Inspired Crispy Batter

Ingredients:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1 egg
• 1 cup cold water
• Fish fillets or shrimp
• Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Batter:
   • In a large bowl, mix together 1 cup of all-purpose flour , 1/4 cup of cornstarch , 1 tsp of baking powder , 1 tsp of salt , and 1/2 tsp of paprika .
   • Beat 1 egg in a separate bowl, then add it to the dry ingredients.
   • Gradually add 1 cup of cold water to the mixture, stirring until smooth.
2. Heat the Oil:
   • Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C) .
3. Coat the Fish or Shrimp:
   • Pat the fish fillets or shrimp dry with paper towels.
   • Dip them into the batter, ensuring they are fully coated .
4. Fry:
   • Carefully place the coated fish or shrimp into the hot oil .
   • Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side for fish fillets and 2-3 minutes per side for shrimp .
5. Drain and Serve:
   • Remove from the oil and place on paper towels to drain any excess oil .
   • Serve hot with tartar sauce, lemon wedges, or your favorite dipping sauce .

Enjoy your delicious, crispy Long John Silver’s inspired batter-fried fish or shrimp!