Jul 13 2026
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Hand Battered Fish & Chips Recipe

Inspired by Applebee's Grill + Bar
Time1h
Serves4

Fish and chips served with fries.

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Ingredients

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For the Fish

For the Chips

For Serving

Method

Preparing the Chips

  1. 1

    Peel and 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. This helps to remove excess starch.

  3. 3

    Dry the Potatoes

    After soaking, drain the potatoes and pat them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.

  4. 4

    First Fry (Blanching)

    Heat 4 cups of vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 325°F (160°C). Fry the potatoes in batches for about 5-7 minutes until they are soft but not browned. Remove them and drain on paper towels.

Preparing the Fish

  1. 5

    Make the Batter

    In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup of flour, 1 tsp of baking powder, 1 tsp of salt, and 1 tsp of black pepper. Gradually whisk in 1 cup of beer (or sparkling water) until the batter is smooth.

  2. 6

    Heat the Oil

    In a deep fryer or large pot, heat 4 cups of vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C) for frying the fish.

  3. 7

    Batter the Fish

    Dip each fish fillet into the batter, ensuring it is well coated.

  4. 8

    Fry the Fish

    Carefully place the battered fish fillets into the hot oil, frying in batches. Cook for 4-5 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Finishing the Chips

  1. 9

    Second Fry

    Increase the oil temperature to 375°F (190°C). Fry the blanched potatoes again in batches for about 3-5 minutes until they are golden and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.

  2. 10

    Season the Chips

    While the chips are still hot, sprinkle them with 1 tsp of salt to taste.

Serving

  1. 11

    Plate the Dish

    Serve the hot fish alongside the crispy chips. Accompany with tartar sauce and lemon wedges on the side.

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