For the fish
- Cod or haddock fillets skinless4 × 6 oz pieces
- Salt & black pepperto season
- All-purpose flour for dusting½ cup
- Vegetable or canola oil for frying4–6 cups
For the batter
- All-purpose flour1½ cups
- Baking powder1 tsp
- Salt1 tsp
- Garlic powder½ tsp
- Paprika½ tsp
- Cold lager or pale ale1½ cups 12 oz