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Fish and Chips

Crispy Fish and Chips: Your Ultimate Comfort Food Fix

Enjoy crispy fish and chips, the classic British comfort food, made easily at home with this simple recipe.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: British
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Batter
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Provides structure and texture for the batter
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Introduces air into the batter for a light and airy texture
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor
  • 1 cup Very Cold Light Beer Key for carbonation
Fish
  • 1 pound Fresh White Fish (Cod, Haddock, or Halibut) Select firm-fleshed fish
Chips
  • 4 medium Russet Potatoes High-starch, low-moisture potatoes
Frying
  • Oil for Frying Essential for crispy finish
Serving
  • to taste British Malt Vinegar A traditional condiment

Equipment

  • Deep fryer
  • large heavy-bottomed pot
  • Slotted spoon
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 200°F to keep the fries warm. Slice russet potatoes into thick chips and soak them in water for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Drain, blot dry with a towel, and fry the chips briefly for 3-4 minutes until just tender. Let them cool on a paper towel.
  3. Increase oil temperature to 375°F, then fry the par-cooked chips for 4-5 minutes or until golden brown. Remove and keep warm in the preheated oven.
  4. In a medium bowl, combine all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Pour in cold beer and stir until smooth.
  5. Pat the fresh fish dry, dredge lightly in flour, then dip in the prepared batter.
  6. Lower the battered fish into oil heated between 350°F and 375°F, frying for 5-8 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Arrange fish and chips on a plate, serve with malt vinegar, and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 20gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 950mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Serve immediately for the best texture; batter can become soggy if left to sit too long.

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