Keto Beer Battered Perch
Elevate your low-carb seafood game with this mouthwatering Keto Beer Battered Perch! Featuring tender perch fillets coated in a flavorful crispy batter made from almond flour and whey protein isolate, this keto-friendly twist on a classic delivers all the crunch without the carbs. A splash of light beer in the batter adds a subtle, rich depth to the flavor while keeping it surprisingly low-carb, and the use of coconut oil or lard ensures golden-brown perfection. In just 35 minutes, you can whip up a restaurant-quality dish right in your own kitchen. Serve these perfectly fried fillets with a squeeze of fresh lemon and a sprinkle of parsley for a light, zesty finish, and enjoy a guilt-free take on a pub favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces perch fillets
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 cup unflavored whey protein isolate
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup light beer
- 1 quart coconut oil or lard
- 4 wedges lemon wedges
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley
Instructions
Pat the perch fillets dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, then set them aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine almond flour, whey protein isolate, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix well to ensure all dry ingredients are evenly distributed.
In a separate small bowl, beat the egg and then whisk in the light beer until fully combined.
Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring continuously to form a smooth batter. Ensure there are no lumps.
Heat coconut oil or lard in a deep, heavy-bottomed pot or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C).
While the oil is heating, dip each perch fillet into the batter, ensuring it's fully coated.
Carefully lower each battered fillet into the hot oil using tongs or a slotted spoon, frying in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
Fry the fish for 4-5 minutes or until the batter is golden and the fish is cooked through. The internal temperature should reach at least 145°F (63°C).
Remove the fillets from the oil and drain on a wire rack or paper towels to remove excess oil.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
10185 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1015.0 g | 1301% | |
| Saturated Fat | 820.3 g | 4102% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 500 mg | 166% | |
| Sodium | 2388 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.2 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.5 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.5 g | ||
| Protein | 305.8 g | 612% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 1380 mg | 106% | |
| Iron | 7.0 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 2685 mg | 57% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
