Crispy Gluten-Free Beer Battered Fish and Chips
Classic British pub fare made gluten-free with sparkling water batter that creates an incredibly light, crispy coating on tender white fish fillets. The cold sparkling water creates bubbles in the batter for extra crunch, while gluten-free flour ensures everyone can enjoy this comfort food favorite. Perfect for casual dinners, game day gatherings, or when craving authentic fish shop flavors at home. Serve piping hot with mushy peas, malt vinegar, and tartar sauce for the full experience.
Ingredients
Instructions
- 1
Heat oil in deep frying pan to temperature
- 2
Whisk together gluten-free flour, baking powder, and salt in mixing bowl
- 3
Gradually add cold sparkling water, whisking until batter is smooth
- 4
Pat fish fillets dry with paper towels, then dip into batter coating well
- 5
Carefully place battered fish into hot oil and fry until golden brown and crispy
- 6
Remove fish and drain on paper towels
- 7
Fry potato fries in same oil until golden and crispy
- 8
Remove fries and drain on paper towels
- 9
Serve fish and chips hot with gluten-free condiments
Tips
Keep sparkling water very cold to create maximum bubbles in the batter for extra crispiness
Pat fish completely dry before battering to help coating stick and prevent oil splatter
Fry in small batches to maintain oil temperature and prevent overcrowding
Good to Know
Best consumed immediately while crispy. Store leftovers refrigerated up to 2 days.
Batter can be made 30 minutes ahead. Cut potatoes up to 4 hours ahead and keep in cold water.
Serve immediately while hot and crispy with malt vinegar, mushy peas, and tartar sauce.
Common Mistakes
Keep oil temperature steady to avoid greasy coating
Don't overcrowd the pan to maintain crispiness
Pat fish dry thoroughly to prevent batter from sliding off
Substitutions
Gluten-Free Swaps
removes gluten-free benefit
General Alternatives
FAQ
Can I make this ahead of time?
Fish and chips are best served immediately for maximum crispiness, though you can prep ingredients earlier and fry just before serving.
What if I don't have sparkling water?
You can use cold beer for traditional beer batter, or cold regular water though the coating won't be quite as light and crispy.
How long will leftovers keep?
Store refrigerated up to 2 days, though they'll lose crispiness. Reheat in a hot oven to restore some texture.