Beer Battered French Fries
Crafted for those who crave real beer batter, these thin-cut pub fries and savory onion rings lock in a crispy, golden-brown exterior while keeping the inside irresistibly soft. The subtle maltiness supplies a savory flavor to match classic dishes like fish and chips, gourmet sliders, smoky barbeque burgers, or fried chicken. Host your best gatherings and elevate weeknight dinners with the bold crunch and wholesome taste of our frozen beer battered fries and onion rings.
Beer Battered French Fries FAQs
What are beer battered fries?
Beer battered fries are a flavorful twist on the classic fry, coated in a rich batter made with beer. McCain uses real American pale ale for our beer battered fries.
This process enhances the fries’ golden exterior while locking in a fluffy, tender center. The beer adds subtle depth and a light malty flavor to complement other ingredients like onions, flour, salt, paprika, and sugar. Compared to standard fries, beer battered fries have a pronounced crunch and a restaurant-style quality that makes them perfect for parties, game days, or pub-style meals at home.
How to make beer battered fries at home?
Air frying or oven baking, will provide that notable beer-battered finish when cooking at home. Here’s a quick rundown of what to do:
- Air Frying
1. Don’t thaw. Take them straight from the freezer to the preheated air fryer
2. Spread the fries out in a single, non-touching layer in the basket
3. Overcrowding traps steam and softens the coating
4. Shake or flip midway to help cook evenly
5. After cooking, beer battered fries are ready to eat as they are pre-seasoned. However, you can spice it up with extra seasoning while hot using garlic powder, onion powder, or your preferred option
- Oven Baking
1. Like the other methods, don’t thaw. This keeps the batter intact & prevents sogginess.
2. Prepare your dark metal baking sheet by making sure it’s cleanand line it with parchment paper to absorb and distribute heat more efficiently and produce a crispier and more even bake.
3. Do not use a light-colored, shiny pan or aluminum foil as they reflect heat which can result in uneven cooking and less crispy fries.
4. Lay the fries in a single layer with space between each
5. Overlapping traps steam and ruins the crisp
6. Flip midway through to allow all fries to cook evenly
See our package instructions for further details.
What type of beer is best for pairing with beer-battered fries?
American Pale Ale is McCain’s beer of choice and best for our beer-battered fries since pale ales add subtle flavor without overpowering the dish. This type of beer helps create a distinct, airy texture in the batter.
Are beer battered fries alcoholic?
No, beer battered fries are not alcoholic. The alcohol in the beer evaporates during cooking, leaving behind only the flavor and crispy texture without any alcohol content.
What meals go best with beer battered fries?
Beer battered fries are a perfect match for pub-style meals like fish and chips, fried chicken, burgers, hearty sandwiches, sliders, wings, and definitely a cold craft beer or soda for the ultimate bar-food-style setup. Using dips like garlic aioli, spicy ketchup, or creamy ranch will provide a hint of extra savoriness.