Fish and Chips
Fish and chips are a classic comfort food that brings together crispy batter, flaky fish, and golden fries for an unforgettable meal. This recipe captures the essence of a seaside dish, making it easy to recreate at home for family dinners or casual gatherings. Enjoy the nostalgic flavors of this beloved dish with a side of tangy tartar sauce and lemon wedges!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: British
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh cod or haddock fillets
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup light lager or ale (or non-alcoholic beer)
- 2 large russet potatoes, cut into thick wedges
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Salt to taste
- Tartar sauce, for serving
Instructions
- Rinse fish fillets under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Cut potatoes into thick wedges.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, beer, salt, and pepper until smooth. Let rest while heating oil.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C).
- Dip each fish fillet in batter and fry in hot oil for about 4-5 minutes until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- Fry potato wedges in the same oil for about 5-7 minutes until crisp and golden. Season with salt.
- Serve hot with lemon wedges and tartar sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of fish (150g) + 1 cup chips (150g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg