Classic Fish and Chips Recipe
A classic British dish of crispy battered fish served with golden fries, perfect for a comforting dinner by the harbor.
Equipment
- Deep fryer or large pot
- Mixing bowls
- Tongs
- Paper towels
Ingredients
Fish:
- 4 cod fillets
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup water cold sparkling
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
Chips:
- 4 potatoes large, peeled and cut into thick fries
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the deep fryer or large pot with vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).Vegetable oil
- Rinse and pat dry the cod fillets. Season with salt and pepper.Salt and pepper to taste, 4 cod fillets
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and cold sparkling water until smooth.1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1 cup water
- Dredge the cod fillets in the batter, letting excess drip off.
- Carefully lower the battered fillets into the hot oil and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 4-5 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
- For the chips, blanch the cut potatoes in boiling water for 3 minutes, then drain and pat dry.4 potatoes
- Fry the chips in the hot oil until golden and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Drain on paper towels and season with salt.Salt to taste
- Serve the fish and chips hot with a wedge of lemon and tartar sauce if desired.
Notes
For an extra crunch, double fry the chips.
Serve with mushy peas for a traditional touch.
Serve with mushy peas for a traditional touch.
Nutrition
Calories: 1023kcalCarbohydrates: 63gProtein: 168gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 387mgSodium: 610mgPotassium: 4649mgFiber: 6gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 364IUVitamin C: 51mgCalcium: 236mgIron: 7mg
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