Classic Fish and Chips
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
45 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
1 hr 15 mins
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Servings
6 people
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Calories
259 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
British
Classic Fish and Chips
Description
Classic Fish and Chips is a straightforward preparation of cod fillets dipped in a beer-based batter containing flour, baking powder, and seasoning, then fried until golden and crisp. The potato chips are cut into uniform strips and go through a two-stage frying method: first at a lower temperature to cook through, then at a higher temperature to achieve an even crisp and golden exterior. This method prevents sogginess and delivers the characteristic texture of well-made chips.
The beer in the batter adds lightness and a subtle flavor to the fish coating, ensuring a crisp yet tender finish. The frying process requires managing oil temperature carefully to cook each element properly and avoid cross-contamination of flavors by frying fish and chips separately.
Serve fresh fish and chips with tartar sauce as a traditional accompaniment. This is a stand-alone meal that benefits from consuming soon after frying to maintain optimal crispiness and texture.
It’s recommended to prepare the batter ahead of time if desired and to use your preferred beer type to influence flavor subtly. The two-fry method for the chips is essential to achieve their ideal texture. Watching the frying process carefully helps prevent burning batter bits when cooking subsequent batches.
Ingredients
- 4 large potato preferably Russet, sliced into 2 ¼ x ⅜ strips (a mandolin makes this really easy
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper ground
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 bottle beer your favorite ale, stout or lager
- 1 large egg lightly beaten
- 8 pieces cod
- vegetable oil for frying
- tartar sauce for serving
Instructions
- Place the potatoes in a bowl of ice water for about 30 minutes.
- Heat the oil in a deep heavy skillet, or deep fryer to 330° F.
- Drain the potatoes and dry them well with a kitchen towel.
- Carefully, drop the potatoes, about 1 cup at a time, into the hot oil and fry for abut 3 minutes.
- Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- Repeat until all potatoes have gone through the 1st round of frying.
- Increase the oil temperature to 365°F to 370°F.
- Meanwhile, in a large bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder, onion powder, salt and pepper. Next, add in the egg and beer. Stir to mix.
- Add a little more flour on a platter and dredge the fish fillets.
- Add the floured fillet to the batter and let the excess batter drip off.
- Carefully add the fish to the hot oil.
- Cook until the fish is golden.
- Drain on paper towels.
- To finish the chips, fry the pre-cooked potatoes in the hot oil.
- Fry until they are golden brown, and crisp, about 4 more minutes.
- Drain on paper towels.
- Serve fish with the chips and accompany with Homemade Tartar Sauce, lemon wedges, malt vinegar and Southern Hush Puppies!
Notes
- Use the two-step frying method for chips: fry first at 330°F for about 3 minutes, then finish at 365-370°F to crisp.
- Fry fish and chips separately to avoid batter residue in the oil, which can burn.
- You can prepare the beer batter a day in advance for convenience.
- Serve the fish and chips immediately after frying to enjoy the best texture and flavor.
- Select the beer type based on your flavor preference; all varieties will help produce a crispy batter.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 259 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 6g | |
| Calories | 259kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 49g | 16% |
| Protein | 10g | 20% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 36mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 430mg | 18% |
| Potassium | 1151mg | 24% |
| Fiber | 7g | 28% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 51IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 28mg | 31% |
| Calcium | 121mg | 12% |
| Iron | 9mg | 50% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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