Fish And Chips Recipe
Beer Batter Cod with House Fries, Cole Slaw, and Tarter or Cocktail Sauce
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Ingredients
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Fish
Fries
Coleslaw
Sauce
Method
Fish
- 1
Prepare the Beer Batter
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Gradually add the beer, whisking until the batter is smooth and free of lumps.
- 2
Heat the Oil
In a deep fryer or a large pot, heat the oil to 350°F (175°C). Make sure there is enough oil to submerge the cod fillets.
- 3
Coat and Fry the Cod
Dip each cod fillet into the batter, allowing any excess to drip off. Carefully place the battered fillets into the hot oil and fry for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Fries
- 4
- 5
Heat the Oil for Frying
In a separate pot or deep fryer, heat the oil to 350°F (175°C).
- 6
Coleslaw
- 7
Prepare the Vegetables
Shred the green cabbage and the carrot. You can use a food processor or a box grater for this.
- 8
Mix the Dressing
In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until the dressing is smooth.
- 9
Combine and Refrigerate
Add the shredded cabbage and carrot to the dressing, tossing until well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.
Serving
- 10
Plate the Meal
On a large plate, serve the fried cod alongside a generous portion of fries and a side of coleslaw. Provide tartar sauce or cocktail sauce for dipping.