Irish Style Beer Battered Fish

Serves 4

Ingredients:

Directions:

1. To make batter, in a medium bowl, whisk together the two types of flours, baking powder, seasoned salt, and onion powder. Whisk in beaten egg and beer to form a thick batter the consistency of heavy cream. Whisk in beer to form a thick batter with the consistency of heavy cream. Use less beer if necessary.
2. Fill a Dutch oven with about 1-inch of vegetable oil; heat to 375 degrees F.
3. Add the dredging flour and seasoned salt and pepper to a plate; stir together with fork.
4. When the oil is nearly heated, coat each piece of fish in dredging flour then the beer batter one piece at a time, shaking off excess into bowl. Fry 2 to 3 pieces at a time in the oil for about 5 minutes or until golden brow and crispy, turning fish with tongs about halfway through cooking time. Remove fish from oil; drain on paper towels and sprinkle with a little salt. Serve with tartar sauce, malt vinegar, and French fries on the side, if desired.