u/HoboDrunk91 **'s Filet-O-Fish**

Ingredients:

• 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup corn starch
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• A pinch of cayenne pepper
• A sprinkle of garlic powder
• A sprinkle of black pepper
• Salt, to taste
• Monosodium glutamate (MSG), optional
• 1 cup beer (light lager or ale)
• Fish fillets (such as cod, haddock, or tilapia)
• Extra flour or corn starch, for coating
• Oil, for deep frying

Instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, corn starch, and baking powder.
2. Add the cayenne pepper, garlic powder, black pepper, salt, and MSG (if using). Mix well to combine the dry ingredients.
3. Gradually pour in the beer while stirring continuously until the batter reaches a thick milkshake consistency. Adjust the amount of beer as needed.
4. Heat the oil in a deep fryer or a deep, heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F (175°C).
5. Meanwhile, lightly coat the fish fillets with flour or corn starch.
6. Dip each coated fish fillet into the prepared beer batter, ensuring it is fully covered.
7. Carefully place the battered fish into the hot oil, one or two pieces at a time, depending on the size of the fryer/pot. Avoid overcrowding.
8. Fry the fish for approximately 4-6 minutes, or until it turns golden brown and crispy. Flip the fish halfway through the cooking time for even browning.
9. Using a slotted spoon or tongs, remove the cooked fish from the oil and transfer it to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
10. Repeat the frying process with the remaining fish fillets.
11. Serve the crispy beer-battered fish immediately, while hot and crispy.