Bier Fisch (German Beer Fish) Recipe

Name: Bier Fisch (German Beer Fish)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 pounds fish, whole carp two to three pounds whole fish with head, dressed; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 each onions chopped; 1 each celery stalks chopped; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 6 each peppercorns; 3 each cloves, whole; 4 slices lemon; 1 each bay leaves; 10 ounces beer one bottle; 6 each gingersnap cookies crushed; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1 x parsley leaves for garnish, fresh

Servings: persons

3 pounds fish, whole carp two to three pounds whole fish with head, dressed
2 tablespoons butter
1 each onions chopped
1 each celery stalks chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
6 each peppercorns
3 each cloves, whole
4 slices lemon
1 each bay leaves
10 ounces beer one bottle
6 each gingersnap cookies crushed
1 tablespoon sugar
1 x parsley leaves for garnish, fresh

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This recipe is an old tradition in Germany.
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The sauce combines sweet, sour, and spicy flavors.
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In Germany, fresh carp is used, but since it is hard to find other fish may be substituted.
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Remove head from fish and reserve for making fish stock for other recipes.
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Lay fish out as flat as possible, breaking bones along back.
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Melt butter in a skillet.
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Add onion, celery, salt, peppercorns and cloves and mix.
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Top with lemon slices and bay leaf.
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Place fish on top.
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Add beer.
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Cover and simmer 15 to 20 minutes, or just until fish flakes with fork.
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Transfer fish to a platter, cover with foil to keep warm.
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Strain cooking liquid, pressing some of the vegetables through.
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Put gingersnaps and sugar in skillet, stir in 1 1/2 cups strained liquid.
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Cook, stirring constantly, until thickened.
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Garnish fish with parsley.
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Pass sauce for pouring over fish and boiled potatoes as side dish.

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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.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 pounds fish, whole carp two to three pounds whole fish with head, dressed, 2 tablespoons butter, 1 each onions chopped, 1 each celery stalks chopped, and more.

Yes, Bier Fisch (German Beer Fish) 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!

Bier Fisch (German Beer Fish)

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