Beer batter for fritters

4 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1cupAll-purpose flour
¼teaspoonSalt
1cupFlat beer
2teaspoonsVegetable oil
2mediumsEgg whites, beaten until
They hold stiff peaks

Directions

Into a bowl sift together flour and salt. Make a well in the center, pour in the beer and add the oil in a stream, stirring constantly until smooth. Strain the batter into another bowl and let it stand, covered with plastic for 3 hours or refrigerate overnight. Just before using, stir the batter and fold in the egg whites.

Yield: 2½ cups

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