Description
Fish and chips is a beloved classic that brings the taste of the seaside to your dining table. This easy-to-follow recipe combines flaky white fish, enveloped in a light, crispy batter, with thick-cut chips that are simply irresistible. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, this dish is sure to delight and create wonderful memories. Get ready to enjoy a delicious meal that captures the essence of carefree beach days!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound white fish fillets (cod or haddock)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup cold beer or sparkling water
- 2 large potatoes (Russets), cut into thick strips
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare the Potatoes: Wash, peel, and cut the potatoes into thick strips.
- Soak the Chips: Place potato strips in cold water for at least 30 minutes to remove excess starch.
- Make the Batter: In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually whisk in beer or sparkling water until smooth.
- Heat Your Oil: Preheat vegetable oil in a deep pot to 350?F (175?C).
- Fry the Fish: Dip each fillet in the batter and fry until golden brown (4-5 minutes per side).
- Fry the Chips: Pat dry soaked potatoes; fry in batches until golden brown (5-7 minutes). Season with salt while hot.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg