In that case, any neutral or refined oil with a high smoke point, like canola, soybean, cottonseed, rice bran, or vegetable oil, can work in a pinch. Add in a splash of sesame oil to give it a ...

He suggests canola or cottonseed oil for frying and the beer can be whatever’s in the fridge – “as long as it’s ice-cold”. “It’s all about the batter,” says D’Sylva. “This recipe uses rice flour, but ...