Crispy Batter Mix
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A dry flour and cornstarch mix you keep in a jar, then whisk with cold water or club soda for a crisp fried coating on chicken, fish or vegetables.
Ingredients
Dry mix
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika (optional)
Batter
- 3/4 cup cold water or club soda
Equipment
- mixing bowl
- whisk
- airtight jar
- skillet
Directions
- Stir the dry mix ingredients together well in a bowl and pour into an airtight jar.
- To make the batter, whisk 3/4 cup cold water or club soda into the dry mix until smooth.
- Dip chicken, fish, or vegetables in the batter and let the extra drip off.
- Fry in oil heated to 350°F (175°C) until golden brown, turning as needed.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot.
Notes
The whole batch of dry mix makes one batter. Store the dry mix airtight at room temperature up to 3 months.
