Jul 14 2026

Fish And Chips Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

Make Fish And Chips Recipe in just 1h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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For the Fish

For Serving

Method

Preparing the Chips

  1. 1

    Cut the Potatoes

    Peel the russet potatoes and cut them into thick strips (about 1/2 inch wide).

  2. 2

    Soak the Potatoes

    Place the cut potatoes in a bowl of cold water and let them soak for at least 30 minutes to remove excess starch.

  3. 3

    Dry the Potatoes

    After soaking, drain the potatoes and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.

  4. 4

    Fry the Chips (First Fry)

    In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the dried potato strips in batches and fry for about 5-7 minutes until they are soft but not browned. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Preparing the Fish

  1. 5

    Make the Batter

    In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Slowly add the cold sparkling water and whisk until smooth.

  2. 6

    Heat the Oil

    In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

  3. 7

    Batter the Fish

    Dip each fish fillet into the batter, ensuring it's fully coated.

  4. 8

    Fry the Fish

    Carefully place the battered fish fillets into the hot oil and fry for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Final Fry for the Chips

  1. 9

    Fry the Chips (Second Fry)

    Increase the oil temperature to 375°F (190°C). Fry the pre-cooked chips in batches for an additional 3-5 minutes until they are golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels and season with salt.

Serving

  1. 10

    Plate the Dish

    Serve the crispy fish and chips together on a plate. Provide malt vinegar, tartar sauce, and lemon wedges for garnish and dipping.

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