Beer Batter Frito Misto Recipe

Name: Beer Batter Frito Misto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups all purpose flour, plus more for dusting; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 12 ounces beer, pilsner or ale; 1 egg yolk; Vegetable oil, for frying; Sage or basil leaves; 1/2 pound medium shrimp, shelled, deveined and butterflied; 1/2 pound calamari, cut into rings; 1/2 pound fresh white anchovies or sardines, cleaned and filleted; Lemon wedges, for garnish

Servings: persons

1
Put flour into a bowl and season with salt and pepper.
2
Stir in the beer, 1/2 half at a time, whisking to work out any lumps.
3
Add the egg yolk and mix well to combine.
4
The batter should be the consistency of heavy cream.
5
In a wok or deep fat fryer, heat a couple of inches of oil to 375 degrees F. Rinse and dry all ingredients to be fried.
6
Fry the ingredients in the order listed.
7
Coat ingredients with flour, shaking off the excess.
8
Dip in batter and immediately place into hot oil.
9
Do not overcrowd pan.
10
Cook until golden: the herbs will cook quickly, the seafood will take a bit longer.
11
Skim any loose pieces of batter from the oil.
12
Drain on paper towels.
13
Place on a large platter, season with salt and pepper, and squeeze over some lemon wedges.
14
Serve immediately.

661

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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: 2 cups all purpose flour, plus more for dusting, Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, 12 ounces beer, pilsner or ale, 1 egg yolk, and more.

Yes, Beer Batter Frito Misto falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Beer Batter Frito Misto

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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