Let’s begin by gathering our ingredients for Tempura Halibut:

Ingredients:
2 halibut fillets
1 cup flour
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup beer
1 egg yolk
2 egg whites

Mix together 1 cup flour, 2 tablespoons cornstarch and 1/2 teaspoon salt.

Combine 1 cup beer and 1 egg yolk.

Combine beer and egg mixture with flour mixture. Slowly stir – few lumps should remain. Add egg whites.

Cube halibut and heat oil to 400º.

Dip halibut in batter, coat well. Place a few pieces in hot oil. Cook at 400º for about 5 minutes. Remove and drain on plate with paper towel.

Plate to serve. Enjoy with sweet and sour sauce or tempura dipping sauce!

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