Jul 14 2026
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Fish & Chips Recipe

Inspired by Midtown Tavern
Time1h
Serves4

Deep-fried cod served with fries and tartar sauce.

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Ingredients

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Fish

Fries

Tartar Sauce

Method

Fish Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the batter

    In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Gradually whisk in the cold beer until the batter is smooth and free of lumps.

  2. 2

    Heat the oil

    In a deep fryer or large pot, heat 4 cups of vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).

  3. 3

    Batter the fish

    Dip each cod fillet into the batter, ensuring it is completely coated.

  4. 4

    Fry the fish

    Carefully place the battered cod fillets in the hot oil, cooking for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Fries Preparation

  1. 5

    Prepare the potatoes

    Peel and cut the russet potatoes into thick strips to resemble fries.

  2. 6

    Soak the fries

    Soak the cut potatoes in water for at least 30 minutes to remove excess starch.

  3. 7

    Heat the oil

    In a separate deep fryer or large pot, heat an additional 4 cups of vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).

  4. 8

    Fry the fries

    Drain the potatoes and pat them dry. Fry the potatoes in batches for about 5-7 minutes until they are golden and crispy. Season with salt to taste.

Tartar Sauce Preparation

  1. 9

    Mix the sauce

    In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, finely chopped pickles, lemon juice, and finely chopped capers. Mix well and season with salt to taste.

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