Beer Batter Fish and Chips with Cold Veggies and Dip

Take out equipment and ingredients. Preheat oven to 425º F.

Combine flour, baking powder and spices into a medium size bowl.

Slightly beat egg whites in a different medium size bowl.

Add beer, and whisk together. Gradually whisk in dry ingredients until well blended. Set aside.

Meanwhile: Spray a cookie sheet with cooking spray. Toss fries on pan in a single layer. Spray tops of fries and lightly sprinkle with seasoning salt. Set timer for 5 minutes.

Heat oil on high in a large stove-top pot with deep sides.

Cut fish into serving pieces approx 2″ x 4″.

Dunk fish into beer mixture to coat. Place fish into oil and cook for 2 minutes per side or until golden. Remove with a slotted spoon and wrap in newspaper.

When timer rings for fries, toss and set timer for an additional 5 minutes. This is a meal you have to serve immediately. Don’t put the fries or fish on until you know everyone is around to eat.

Blend together mayonnaise, no-fat sour cream, and spice to make veggie dip. Set aside in fridge.

Rinse veggies in a colander and arrange on a serving plate.