Beer batter recipe without beer: 60 photos
Crunchy Batter Fried Fish (No Beer)
How to Make Homemade Beer Batter by Kevin Dundon
Beer Battered Fish
FAQ
soda. In these cases, soda is an ideal substitute. It can be used to replace beer in fish batter, or even as a replacement in beer can chicken. Plus, you're way more likely to have extra soda lying around.
The use of beer is recommended as the fizz in the beer is what lends the batter its light, airy texture. If you really must substitute for a non-alcoholic version, use soda water or carbonated drinks such as Sprite instead. Combination of 75% plain flour + 25% rice flour to keep batter crispy!
Beer Batter Ingredients. Egg: An egg creates a more delicate crust and helps seal in moisture. Seasonings: Season the beer batter with garlic powder, black pepper, and seasoning salt. Beer: Of course, you'll need beer! A light beer will give you a milder flavor, while a dark beer will have a richer taste.
The alcohol in the beer and vodka is driven off during frying, but if you must, you can substitute club soda or seltzer water. Just don't use anything with sugar in it. And before you start battering and frying, read my article on frying here because it's soooo much better to fry on the grill.
Easy Substitutions. You can use chicken broth, ginger ale, white grape juice, or white wine if your recipe calls for a light beer. Use beef broth, chicken broth, mushroom stock, apple juice, apple cider, root beer, or coke instead of dark beer.