INGREDIENTS
1 cup flour
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. Old Bay seasoning
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
1/4 tsp. cayenne
1/2 cup beer
Oil for frying
2 lbs. striped bass fillets
DIRECTIONS
Combine the first 8 ingredients in a bowl.
Slowly add the beer until a thick batter is formed.
Heat 2-inches of oil in a dutch oven or heavy stockpot to 375 degrees.
Rinse and dry fillets.
Dip in batter and carefully lay fillets in oil.
Fry a few pieces at a time, maintaining temperature, until golden.
Drain on a rack and keep warm in a 200-degree oven until all pieces are done.
Serves 4.
