Beer Batter Crappie Bites Recipe

Name: Beer Batter Crappie Bites
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs crappie fillets; 1 1/3 cups buttermilk pancake mix, divided; 2 tablespoons yellow cornmeal; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon onion powder; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard; 1/8 teaspoon pepper; 3/4 cup beer; oil (for deep frying)

Servings: persons

1 1/2 lbs crappie fillets
1 1/3 cups buttermilk pancake mix, divided
2 tablespoons yellow cornmeal
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3/4 cup beer
oil (for deep frying)

1
Cut Crappie into 1 inch pieces.
2
Stir together the 1/3 cup of pancake mix with cornmeal, salt, onion and garlic powder, dry mustard and pepper.
3
Now taking the 1 cup of pancake mix (slowly and stirring well,) add the 3/4 cup of beer.
4
Going back to the dry ingredients.
5
Dip the Crappie bites into the dry ingredients, coating well, and then into the beer batter.
6
Heat oil to 375 degrees.
7
Deep fry the Crappie bites a few at a time until golden brown and crispy (about 2 minutes). Drain on paper towels. Keep warm till all fish is fried and serve warm.
8
This is also good using Bluegill, Bass, or many other kinds of fresh water fish.

550

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 lbs crappie fillets, 1 1/3 cups buttermilk pancake mix, divided, 2 tablespoons yellow cornmeal, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Beer Batter Crappie Bites falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Beer Batter Crappie Bites

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