Blackstone Hot Honey BBQ Chicken Quesadillas Recipe
Learn how to make a versatile Crispy Batter Mix that yields a perfectly crispy and light coating for your favorite fried foods.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 3-5 minutes per batch
- Total Time: Approx. 20 minutes
- Yield: Enough batter to coat 1.5–2 pounds of food
- Category: Appetizer, Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Universal
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
Liquid Ingredients:
- 1 cup ice-cold water or club soda (adjust as needed for consistency)
Optional for Flavor:
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, paprika, or cayenne
Instructions
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and optional spices.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: Gradually add ice-cold water or club soda to the dry mixture, whisking until a smooth batter forms.
- Chill the Batter: Refrigerate the batter for 10–15 minutes while you ready the food for frying.
- Coat and Fry: Dip the food into the batter, shake off excess, and fry in 350°F (175°C) oil until crispy and golden, about 3–5 minutes per batch.
- Drain and Serve: Place the fried items on paper towels or a wire rack to drain excess oil. Serve hot and crispy.
Notes
- For a thicker coating, double-dip the food in the batter before frying.
- Experiment with seasonings like onion powder, smoked paprika, or dried herbs for different flavor profiles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (varies based on coated food)
- Calories: Varies based on food and oil absorption
- Sugar: Varies
- Sodium: Varies
- Fat: Varies
- Saturated Fat: Varies
- Unsaturated Fat: Varies
- Trans Fat: Varies
- Carbohydrates: Varies
- Fiber: Varies
- Protein: Varies
- Cholesterol: Varies
