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Ingredients
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Fish
Fries
Method
Preparation of Fries
- 1
Prepare Potatoes
Peel the russet potatoes and cut them into thin strips, about 1/4 inch thick. Rinse them under cold water to remove excess starch.
- 2
- 3
Dry Potatoes
Drain the potatoes and pat them dry thoroughly with a clean kitchen towel.
Preparation of Fish
- 4
Make the Batter
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt. Gradually whisk in the beer (or sparkling water) until the batter is smooth and thick.
- 5
Prepare Fish
Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels. This helps the batter stick better.
Frying
- 6
Heat Oil for Fries
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat about 4 cups of vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 7
Fry the Fries
Carefully add the dried potato strips to the hot oil in batches. Fry for about 5-7 minutes or until golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Season with salt to taste.
- 8
Heat Oil for Fish
In another pot or deep fryer, heat an additional 4 cups of vegetable oil to 375°F (190°C).
- 9
Batter and Fry the Fish
Dip each fish fillet into the batter, allowing excess to drip off. Carefully place the battered fish into the hot oil and fry for about 4-5 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Serving
- 10
Plate the Dish
Serve the crispy battered fish alongside the hot fries. Optionally, serve with tartar sauce and lemon wedges.