Vegan Classic Beer Batter
Elevate your fried favorites with this irresistible Vegan Classic Beer Batter, perfect for creating a crispy, golden coating on vegetables or tofu. Combining pantry staples like all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and a pinch of spices—including cayenne and garlic powder—this batter gets its light, airy texture from vegan-friendly light beer. The result is a reliable, plant-based batter that delivers crunch and robust flavor in every bite. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, this recipe is ideal for indulgent appetizers or side dishes. Serve your creations fresh and hot for maximum crispiness and pair them with your favorite dipping sauce for an unforgettable snack that's 100% vegan!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 1.25 cups light beer (vegan-friendly)
- for frying vegetable oil
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder until thoroughly combined.
Slowly pour the vegan-friendly light beer into the dry ingredients while continuously stirring to create a smooth batter. The batter should be the consistency of heavy cream; adjust with more flour or beer as needed.
Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large, deep skillet to 350°F (175°C). The oil should be deep enough to submerge the items you are frying.
Pat dry the vegetables or tofu pieces you intend to batter, ensuring they are free from excess moisture for better adherence of the batter.
Dip each piece of vegetable or tofu into the beer batter, ensuring it is fully coated.
Carefully place the battered pieces into the hot oil, frying in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 4-6 minutes depending on the size of the pieces.
Use a slotted spoon to remove the fried items from the oil, placing them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Serve immediately for the best crispy texture. Enjoy your freshly fried, vegan-friendly beer-battered vegetables or tofu!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1366 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 94.6 g | 121% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.5 g | 68% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 60.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1642 mg | 71% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 107.5 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.4 g | ||
| Protein | 13.7 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 33 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 206 mg | 4% | |
*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.
