Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsEast End Tap and TableFish And Chips Recipe

Fish And Chips Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

Battered fish served with fries and tartar sauce.

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Ingredients

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For the Fish

Method

Preparing the Fish

  1. 1

    Make the Batter

    In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add cold sparkling water while stirring until the batter is smooth and thick.

  2. 2

    Heat the Oil

    In a deep frying pan or a deep fryer, heat oil to 350°F (175°C).

  3. 3

    Batter the Fish

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

  4. 4

    Fry the Fish

    Carefully place the battered fish fillets into the hot oil. Fry for about 5-7 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Preparing the Chips

  1. 5

    Cut the Potatoes

    Peel the potatoes and cut them into thick fries.

  2. 6

    Preheat the Oil

    In a separate pot, heat the oil to 350°F (175°C).

  3. 7

    Fry the Chips

    Carefully add the cut potatoes to the hot oil in batches. Fry for about 5-6 minutes until they are tender but not browned. Remove and drain on paper towels.

  4. 8

    Final Fry

    Increase the oil temperature to 375°F (190°C). Fry the chips again for an additional 2-3 minutes until golden and crispy. Drain and season with salt.

Making the Tartar Sauce

  1. 9

    Mix the Ingredients

    In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, finely chopped dill pickles, capers, and lemon juice. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir until well combined.

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