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Easy Long John Silver's Fish Batter Recipe

Long John Silver's Batter

A simple and crispy batter recipe for frying fish at home, reminiscent of the famous Long John Silver's style.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Fast Food
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Batter Ingredients
  • 1 cup all purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch Helps crisp the batter
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar Helps browning
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 3/4 cup cold water Add a splash more if needed
Fish Options
  • 4 pieces mild white fish filets Use cod, pollock, haddock, or tilapia
Oil for Frying
  • 3 cups peanut oil, canola oil, or vegetable oil Best for frying at high heat

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Mix the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, sugar, onion powder, and garlic powder in a bowl.
  2. Pour in cold water and whisk until smooth, adjusting the thickness as needed.
  3. Pat the fish dry with paper towels.
Cooking
  1. Heat oil in a deep pot to 350°F-375°F.
  2. Dip the fish in the batter, letting excess drip off.
  3. Carefully place the fish in the hot oil, frying for 3 to 5 minutes per side until golden and crisp.
  4. Avoid overcrowding the pan to maintain oil temperature.
  5. Drain the fried fish on a wire rack in the oven set to 200°F-250°F.

Notes

Keep the batter cold and don't cover fried fish with foil to preserve crunch. Consider variations like beer batter for a lighter texture or a spiced version with cayenne and paprika for added flavor.