Beer (or no beer) Battered Fish

• 2 lbs. fresh fish fillets
• Salt & Pepper
• 1 c. gluten free all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1 egg yolk, room temperature
• 1 c. [gluten free] beer, room temperature OR 1 c. club soda
• 2 egg whites, room temperature
• Vegetable oil for frying

Directions

1. Wash fillets and pat dry. Season both sides of each fillet lightly with salt and pepper.
2. To make the batter mix flour and salt in large mixing bowl.
3. In a separate bowl lightly beat the egg yolk and beer or club soda.
4. Pour into well in center of flour mixture.
5. Whisk until smooth. Do not overwork the batter.
6. Let rest 45 minutes (lighter batter).
7. Beat egg whites until they form soft peaks.
8. Gently fold whites into batter until well blended.
9. Dip a few pieces at a time and when coated put in hot oil, 375° F. Deep fry until golden 5 to 10 minutes.
10. Drain on paper towels.