Long John Silver’s Batter Recipe
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon onion salt
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
16 ounces club soda
2 pounds cod or white fish (cut into 3-ounce pieces)
Cooking Instructions:
1️⃣ Heat the Oil:
Preheat 8 cups of vegetable oil in a fryer or large, heavy pot to 350°F. Use a deep-fry thermometer to make sure the temperature is accurate.
2️⃣ Prepare the Dry Ingredients:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, sugar, salt, baking powder, baking soda, onion salt, paprika, and ground black pepper. Stir everything together until it’s well-mixed.
3️⃣ Make the Batter:
Gradually add 16 ounces of club soda to the dry ingredients, stirring continuously until the batter foams up and reaches a thick yet pourable consistency. The carbonation in the club soda will give the batter a light, airy texture.
4️⃣ Prepare the Fish:
