Name: Light Batter for Fish
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 2
Ingredients: 3 tbs self-raising flour; 2 tbs sparkling water cold; 1 pinch salt; 1 pinch chilli powder optional; 1 tbs sunflower oil; 2 flathead fillet

by Karmagirl Last updated on 07/09/2019

A very light and crispy batter that's so easy and works a treat. Great for children who are allergic to eggs as this has no egg in it - Karmagirl

Ingredients

3 tbs self-raising flour
2 tbs sparkling water cold
1 pinch salt
1 pinch chilli powder optional
1 tbs sunflower oil
2 flathead fillet

Method

Step 1

Sift flour into a small bowl. Add a pinch of salt and chilli powder if using.
Step 2

Add soda water gradually, whisking to create a batter the texture of thickened, not whipped cream. If the mixture is too runny add a little extra flour.
Step 3

Heat frypan. Dry flathead tails or similar on paper towel, dip in batter and add to heated fresh vegetable or sunflower oil in a fry pan.
Step 4

Turn when lightly browned one side. Drain on paper towels, sprinkle with sea salt and serve immediately.