Fish And Chips Recipe
Beer-battered cod served with fries and tartar sauce.
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Ingredients
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For the Fish
For the Fries
For the Tartar Sauce
Method
Preparing the Fish
- 1
Make the Batter
In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Gradually whisk in the beer until you achieve a smooth batter.
- 2
Heat the Oil
In a deep pot or fryer, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 3
Batter the Cod
Dip each cod fillet into the batter, ensuring it is fully coated.
- 4
Fry the Fish
Carefully place the battered cod fillets into the hot oil. Fry for about 4-6 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Preparing the Fries
- 5
Cut the Potatoes
Peel and cut the russet potatoes into thick fries.
- 6
Soak the Fries
Soak the cut fries in cold water for at least 30 minutes (or overnight) to remove excess starch.
- 7
Heat the Oil for Frying
In a separate pot or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- 8
Fry the Potatoes
Fry the soaked fries in batches for 5-7 minutes, or until golden and crispy. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with salt to taste.
Making the Tartar Sauce
- 9
Combine Ingredients
In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, chopped pickles, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well combined.
Serving
- 10
Plate the Dish
Serve the crispy fish alongside the fries, and a generous dollop of tartar sauce on the side.