Beer Battered Halibut

Steps

1. Whisk together the flour, salt, pepper, garlic and paprika. Whisk in just enough beer to make the consistency pourable, but not too thin. The mixture should resemble pancake batter. Set the batter and the fish pieces in separate bowls next to the stove.

2. Pour the oil into a heavy bottomed saucepan and warm it over medium high heat. You want it to be as hot as possible, without smoking. When the oil is hot, drop a few pieces of fish into the batter and coat well. Shake off the excess batter and using metal tongs, gently place the fish into the oil. Hold it there for a few seconds before releasing it, so that the coating will seal and it won't stick to the other pieces or the bottom of the pan. Repeat the process, cooking just a few pieces at a time to avoid crowding.

3. Let them cook for a few minutes, until the coating is lightly browned. (I found it easiest to use separate tongs for coating the fish and for frying in the oil.) Remove from the oil with clean tongs or a large wire scoop (made for frying) and drain on a plate lined with paper towels. Test a piece with a fork to make sure the center is cooked and flaking. Serve with Dill Sauce and Enjoy!