Aggie Ale Battered Fish & Chips Recipe
Aggie 1888 beer-battered white flaky fish, fried to a crisp golden brown. Served with seasoned fries and homemade tartar sauce.
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Ingredients
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Fish Batter
Fries
Tartar Sauce
Method
Preparation
- 1
Make the Tartar Sauce
In a bowl, mix together mayonnaise, dill pickles, capers, lemon juice, and fresh dill. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Refrigerate until serving.
- 2
Prepare the Fries
Peel the russet potatoes and cut them into thin strips. Rinse in cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
Cooking
- 3
Fry the Fries
Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C). Carefully add the potato strips in batches and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels. Season with salt.
- 4
Prepare the Beer Batter
In a mixing bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Gradually whisk in the Aggie 1888 beer until smooth.
- 5
Fry the Fish
Dip each piece of fish into the beer batter, allowing excess to drip off, then carefully place in the hot oil. Fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.