beer batter

1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 large egg, chilled and beaten
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon seasoning salt
1 cup cold light beer

vegan option, instead of egg (mix and let sit for 5 minutes):
2 tbsp chickpea flour
2 tbsp water
1 tsp oil

mix flour->salt together, whisk in beer, texture of pancake batter. 
make with cold ingredients while oil is heating up and use immediately