To make a Weight Watchers-friendly version of Long John Silver’s Batter, we need to adjust the recipe to be lower in SmartPoints. Here’s a revised recipe with a breakdown of SmartPoints:

Weight Watchers-Friendly Batter Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Course: Batter/Fried
Cuisine: American

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 1/2 cups cold water

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Batter:
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, sugar, and paprika (if using) until well combined.
  • Gradually add the cold water to the dry ingredients, whisking continuously until the batter is smooth and free of lumps.
  1. Heat the Oil:
  • Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).
  1. Coat and Fry:
  • Dip your choice of fish, shrimp, or chicken into the batter, ensuring it is fully coated.
  • Carefully lower the battered food into the hot oil and fry for 3-5 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
  • Remove from oil and drain on paper towels to remove excess grease.
  1. Serve:
  • Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes:

  • Ensure the oil is hot enough before frying to achieve the crispiest results.
  • This batter works well with various proteins and vegetables.
  • For an extra crispy coating, consider double dipping in the batter before frying.

Nutrition and SmartPoints Calculation:

Here’s the breakdown of SmartPoints for the entire batter recipe:

  • All-Purpose Flour (1 1/2 cups): 6 SmartPoints
  • Cornstarch (1/2 cup): 5 SmartPoints
  • Sugar (1/2 teaspoon): 1 SmartPoint

Total SmartPoints for the entire batter: 12 SmartPoints

Per Serving Calculation:

The batter recipe makes enough to coat about 4 servings of fish, shrimp, or chicken. If you use the entire batter for 4 servings, each serving of batter is approximately 3 SmartPoints.

Feel free to adjust the amount of batter used or the number of servings to fit your needs. Enjoy your lighter version of a classic crispy batter!