Beer-Battered French Fries: Crispy, Golden, and Fried With a Beer-Soaked Crunch That Hits Just Right

Beer-Battered French Fries take your classic fry game to deep-fried greatness — fluffy inside, golden and crunchy outside, with a light, airy batter infused with beer.

The beer brings body, bubbles, and subtle malt flavor, while cornstarch and flour deliver that craveable, pub-style texture. These are fries you eat hot, with salt on your fingers and a cold pint nearby.

Ingredients (Serves 4)

• 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and cut into thick fries
• Oil for frying (canola or peanut)

Beer Batter

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• ¼ cup cornstarch
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp smoked paprika
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 cup cold beer (lager, pilsner, or wheat beer — bubbly and light)

Optional Toppings

• Extra flaky salt
• Chopped herbs (parsley, rosemary)
• Grated parmesan
• Malt vinegar or aioli on the side

Instructions

Step 1: Prep the Fries

1. Soak cut potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes to remove excess starch (helps with crispiness).
2. Drain and pat very dry with towels.

Step 2: Make the Batter

1. In a bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking powder, garlic powder, paprika, and salt.
2. Slowly whisk in cold beer until smooth and slightly thick (like pancake batter). Keep cold until ready to use.

Step 3: Par-Fry the Potatoes

1. Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 325°F (163°C).
2. Fry the potatoes in batches for 3–4 minutes, until pale and just tender — not browned.
3. Remove and drain on paper towels. Let rest 10–15 minutes before final frying.

Step 4: Beer-Batter and Finish

1. Raise oil temperature to 375°F (190°C).
2. Dip cooled fries into the batter, letting excess drip off.
3. Fry in small batches until deep golden and crispy, about 2–3 minutes.
4. Drain and immediately hit with a pinch of salt.

Step 5: Serve Hot

1. Pile high and serve with dipping sauces, cold beer, and zero shame.
2. Optional: hit with a splash of malt vinegar or serve alongside a garlic aioli or spicy beer cheese sauce.

Flavor Variations

• Add cayenne or chili powder to the batter for heat
• Use a darker beer (amber or bock) for richer flavor
• Toss finished fries in parmesan and rosemary for pub fries
• Serve loaded-style with bacon, scallions, and melted cheese

Beer Pairing

In the Batter

• Lager, pilsner, wheat beer — crisp and bubbly
• Avoid bitter IPAs or heavy stouts (they overwhelm the batter)

In Your Glass

• Same beer you battered with for synergy
• Pale ale or saison for contrast
• Classic: Serve with a dunkelweizen or light Belgian blonde

Final Thoughts

Beer-Battered French Fries are the loud, crispy, golden standard of comfort food — airy, salty, and beer-kissed in every bite.

They’re what happens when you take fries seriously… and then take them to the deep fryer.

Fluffy inside. Crunch outside. Fried in beer.🍟🍺🔥

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