This classic British dish is a delightful combination of crispy, golden-battered fish and perfectly cooked chips. A family favorite that brings the taste of the seaside to your home.
Homemade Fish and Chips
This classic British dish is a delightful combination of crispy, golden-battered fish and perfectly cooked chips. A family favorite that brings the taste of the seaside to your home.
Ingredients
- 200 grams white fish fillets such as cod or haddock
- 100 grams all-purpose flour plus extra for dusting
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 150 milliliters cold beer or sparkling water
- 2 large potatoes peeled and cut into chips
- to taste salt
- to serve malt vinegar optional
- for frying vegetable oil
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large, deep saucepan to 180°C (350°F).
- Rinse the fish fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Lightly dust with flour.
- In a bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Gradually whisk in the beer until the batter is smooth.
- Dip the fish fillets into the batter, ensuring they are completely covered.
- Carefully lower the fish into the hot oil and fry for 6-8 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Increase the oil temperature to 190°C (375°F). Add the chips to the hot oil and fry for 5-7 minutes or until golden and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Season the chips with salt and serve with the fish and optional malt vinegar.
Nutrition
Serving: 350gCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 80gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg
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This was super easy to make and tasted amazing! My family loved it. Definitely making it again!
I’m so glad your family enjoyed it! Fish and chips are the best! 🍽️
I don’t understand how people can fry fish at home… it just seems messy and complicated. I’ll stick to takeout.