Description
Crispy Long John Silver’s batter brings oceanic delights to seafood lovers, promising golden-brown perfection with each delectable bite. Homemade magic happens when simple ingredients create restaurant-quality crunch you can savor right in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups (360 milliliters) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) cornstarch
- 1 1/2 cups (360 milliliters) cold water
Leavening and Seasoning:
- 1 1/4 teaspoons (6.25 milliliters) baking powder
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) salt
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 milliliters) sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 milliliters) paprika (optional)
Instructions
- Create a uniform dry mixture by blending flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, sugar, and paprika in a spacious mixing vessel, ensuring even distribution of ingredients.
- Pour chilled water into the dry blend, employing vigorous whisking techniques to generate a silky, lump-free liquid consistency that flows smoothly.
- Prepare cooking oil in a deep fryer or expansive pot, heating to a precise temperature of 350°F (175°C) for optimal frying conditions.
- Submerge selected protein (fish, shrimp, or chicken) completely into the prepared batter, guaranteeing thorough and uniform coating coverage.
- Gently introduce battered protein into the superheated oil, maintaining a careful lowering motion to prevent splashing or oil displacement.
- Monitor cooking process, allowing protein to transform into a rich golden-brown exterior while maintaining internal moisture, typically requiring 3-5 minutes of immersion.
- Extract protein using a slotted utensil, positioning it on absorbent paper towels to eliminate excess oleaginous residue.
- Present immediately alongside complementary condiments or dipping sauces, ensuring maximum crispness and temperature retention.
Notes
- Check the oil temperature precisely with a reliable thermometer to ensure perfect crispiness and prevent soggy or burnt coating.
- Allow the batter to rest for 10-15 minutes before using, which helps develop a lighter, more aerated texture and reduces lumps.
- Pat seafood or protein completely dry before battering to guarantee maximum batter adhesion and extra crispy results.
- Experiment with alternative flours like gluten-free or rice flour for those with dietary restrictions, maintaining similar crisp texture and taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 290 mg
- Fat: 0.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg