For those following a ketogenic diet, enjoying deep-fried foods might seem like a distant memory. Traditional batters are typically loaded with carbohydrates, making them off-limits. However, with the right keto batter recipe, you can indulge in crispy, delicious deep-fried dishes without compromising your dietary goals. This article explores the world of keto batter, providing you with a versatile and easy-to-make recipe, along with tips and tricks for achieving the perfect deep-fried results.
Why Choose Keto Batter?
A keto batter offers several advantages for individuals adhering to a low-carb lifestyle:
- Low-Carb: Keto batters are formulated with low-carbohydrate ingredients, allowing you to enjoy fried foods without spiking your blood sugar or hindering ketosis.
- Gluten-Free: Most keto batter recipes utilize gluten-free flours like almond flour, making them suitable for individuals with gluten sensitivities or celiac disease.
- Versatile: Keto batter can be used to coat a variety of foods, including fish, chicken, pork, vegetables, and even seafood.
- Delicious: When prepared correctly, keto batter can deliver a crispy, flavorful coating that rivals traditional batters.
The Ultimate Keto Batter Recipe
This keto batter recipe is a game changer for making deep-fried fish, chicken, pork, or even vegetables. This is simply the best low-carb batter around. You’ll be surprised at how good and easy it is to make. This keto batter recipe is so easy to make and simple to use. Our best low-carb batter yet.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup Unflavored protein powder (whey protein)
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 2/3 cup Almond flour
- 2 large Eggs (organic, free-range preferred)
- 2 tsp Baking powder
- 1/3 cup Sparkling water
Instructions
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, add salt, almond flour, protein powder, and baking powder and mix together.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Add the eggs and sparkling water and whisk well.
- Rest the Batter: Set the batter aside for 10 minutes before using.
Why These Ingredients?
- Protein Powder: The secret to making this recipe good. Always use unflavored, unsweetened whey protein. This ingredient is what separates it from other recipes that come out too grainy.
- Almond Flour: We use almond flour because it is very low-carb and has the benefit of being gluten-free.
- Eggs: We use large free-range, organic eggs because they taste better and the chicken lives a better life.
- Baking Powder: Make the batter light and airy.
- Sparkling Water: It also helps make the batter light and airier rather than clumpy and doughy.
How to Use Keto Batter
This recipe is super handy for battering and deep-frying fish, chicken, mushrooms, pork, and vegetables.
Battering Techniques
- Prepare the Food: Ensure the food you are battering is dry. Pat it down with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Coat Evenly: Dip the food into the keto batter, ensuring it is fully coated. Allow excess batter to drip off before frying.
Deep Frying Tips
- Choose the Right Oil: Select a high-smoke-point oil suitable for deep frying, such as avocado oil, coconut oil, or lard. Check out our article on the best oils for deep frying when selecting your oil to cook the batter.
- Maintain the Correct Temperature: Heat the oil to the appropriate temperature (usually around 350-375°F or 175-190°C). Use a thermometer to monitor the temperature accurately.
- Avoid Overcrowding: Fry the food in batches to prevent the oil temperature from dropping too low. Overcrowding can result in soggy, unevenly cooked food.
- Drain Excess Oil: After frying, place the food on a wire rack to drain excess oil. This helps maintain crispiness.
Keto Fried Chicken Recipe
Growing up in the South, fried chicken has always been a fixture in my life. This Keto Fried Chicken has all of the flavor and texture that I grew up loving while remaining gluten-free and low carb.
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Ingredients
- Bone-in, skin-on chicken pieces (thighs, drumsticks, or breasts)
- 1/4 cup Unflavored protein powder (whey protein)
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 2/3 cup Almond flour
- 2 large Eggs (organic, free-range preferred)
- 2 tsp Baking powder
- 1/3 cup Sparkling water
- Spices: Garlic powder, cayenne pepper, paprika, salt, fresh ground black pepper
- Heavy cream
- Vinegar
- Yellow mustard
- Avocado oil for frying
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a large bowl, whisk together heavy cream, vinegar, yellow mustard, and some of the spice mixture. Marinate the chicken in this mixture for at least 4 hours.
- Prepare the Breading: In a shallow bowl, whisk together almond flour, parmesan cheese, baking powder, and the remaining spice mixture.
- Coat the Chicken: Remove the chicken from the marinade and coat with the almond flour mixture, gently pressing the coating into the chicken with your fingers.
- Fry the Chicken: Heat avocado oil in a large deep skillet until it reaches 350°F. Add about 4 pieces of the chicken, skin side down. Fry for 6 minutes, then flip and fry for another 4 minutes, or until golden brown and the internal temperature is 160°F.
- Rest and Serve: Allow the chicken to rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Air Frying Option
- Preheat: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F.
- Air Fry: Place the chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Spray the chicken with oil and cook for 13 minutes. Flip the chicken, spray with more oil, and reduce the air fryer temperature to 350°F. Cook for another few minutes until done.
Keto Fried Fish Recipe
This delicious keto fried fish is coated in almond flour and cooked in avocado oil until hot and crispy.
Ingredients
- Fish fillets (catfish, cod, or sole)
- 1/4 cup Unflavored protein powder (whey protein)
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 2/3 cup Almond flour
- 2 large Eggs (organic, free-range preferred)
- 2 tsp Baking powder
- 1/3 cup Sparkling water
- Seasonings: Kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, dried thyme, paprika (optional)
- Avocado oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare the Egg Mixture: In a shallow bowl, whisk the egg with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and dried thyme.
- Coat the Fish: Dip each fish fillet into the egg mixture. Place it on a cutting board and sprinkle both sides with the almond flour, pressing with your hands to help the coating adhere.
- Fry the Fish: Pour avocado oil into a large nonstick frying pan, enough to reach about ½ inch high. Heat over medium-high heat until hot, 3-5 minutes. Carefully place the fish fillets in the pan (work in batches if necessary). Cook until their bottom is golden brown and crisp, 3-4 minutes. Flip the fish, lower the heat to medium, and cook until crisp and cooked through, about 3-4 more minutes.
- Serve Immediately: Serve the fried fish immediately.
Keto Sweet and Sour Pork
This keto batter can be used in our delicious keto sweet and sour pork, which rivals the takeout version.
Other Keto Deep-Fried Ideas
- Vegetables: Mushrooms and zucchini
- Pork Tenderized Steak
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you store batter?
Yes, you can refrigerate batter for up to 24 hours. Batter may require thinning with water if it gets too thick in the fridge. STORE: You can keep the batter in the refrigerator for 24 hours. You may need to add more sparkling water if it becomes too thick.
Is batter keto?
No, most batter is not keto-friendly, but our keto batter is perfect for low-carb diets.
Is batter gluten-free?
No, most batter is not gluten-free as it is made with flour. But our keto batter uses almond flour instead, which contains no gluten making it perfect for gluten-free diets.
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Can you freeze batter?
No, batter is not suitable for freezing. FREEZING: Keto batter is not suitable for freezing
Can batter be used for shallow frying?
Yes. You can use the batter for shallow frying just make sure the oil is deep enough to submerge half of the ingredients.
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