Fish And Chips Recipe
Battered fish served with fries and tartar sauce.
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Ingredients
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For the Fish
For the Chips
For the Tartar Sauce
Method
Preparing the Fish
- 1
Make the Batter
In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Gradually add the cold sparkling water, mixing until a smooth batter forms.
- 2
Heat the Oil
In a deep frying pan or pot, heat 4 cups of vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot (around 350°F or 175°C).
- 3
Batter the Fish
Dip each fish fillet into the batter, ensuring it's fully coated.
- 4
Fry the Fish
Carefully place the battered fish fillets into the hot oil, frying in batches if necessary. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Preparing the Chips
- 5
Cut the Potatoes
Peel the large potatoes and cut them into thick strips to form chips.
- 6
Soak the Chips
Soak the cut potatoes in cold water for at least 30 minutes to remove excess starch.
- 7
Heat the Oil
In a separate pot or deep fryer, heat 4 cups of vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- 8
Fry the Chips
Fry the soaked potato strips in batches for about 4-5 minutes until tender but not browned. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 9
Crisp the Chips
Increase the oil temperature to high and fry the chips again for another 3-4 minutes until they are golden and crispy. Season with salt to taste.
Making the Tartar Sauce
- 10
Combine Ingredients
In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, finely chopped dill pickles, capers, lemon juice, and chopped fresh dill. Mix well.
- 11
Season
Add salt to taste and stir until fully combined.