Alaskan Halibut Fish & Chips Recipe
In our homemade light batter
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Ingredients
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Fish
Batter
Chips
Method
Preparing the Fish
- 1
Prepare the Halibut
Rinse the Alaskan halibut fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Making the Batter
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and 0.5 tsp of salt. Whisk the dry ingredients together until well mixed.
- 3
Add Sparkling Water
Slowly pour in the cold sparkling water while whisking continuously until the batter reaches a smooth and slightly thick consistency. Let the batter rest for about 10 minutes.
Preparing the Chips
- 4
Cut the Potatoes
Peel the Russet potatoes and cut them into thick chips (about 1/2 inch thick).
- 5
Cooking
- 6
- 7
Fry the Fish
In the same hot oil, dip each halibut fillet into the batter, allowing excess batter to drip off. Carefully place the battered fish into the oil and fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Serving
- 8
Plate the Dish
Serve the fried halibut fish hot alongside the crispy chips. Garnish with lemon wedges for squeezing over the fish.