Description
Fish and chips is a beloved British classic that combines crispy battered fish with fluffy golden chips, delivering comfort and nostalgia in every bite. Perfect for festivals or cozy dinners at home, this easy-to-follow recipe promises to satisfy your cravings for this iconic dish. Enjoy the delightful crunch of perfectly fried fish paired with homemade chips for a truly unforgettable meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh white fish fillets (cod or haddock)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup cold sparkling water
- 2 large starchy potatoes (like Maris Piper or Russet)
- Salt to taste
- ? cup tartar sauce (for serving)
Instructions
- Peel and cut the potatoes into thick chips. Rinse under cold water and pat dry.
- Preheat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 325?F (160?C).
- In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually whisk in cold sparkling water until smooth.
- Fry half of the chips for 5-7 minutes until golden brown; drain on paper towels.
- Dip fish fillets into the batter and fry until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes; drain on paper towels.
- Serve hot with tartar sauce on the side.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg