Jul 14 2026
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Beer Battered Cod Basket Recipe

Inspired by ragin' reef
Time1h 30m
Serves4

thin cut fries, coleslaw, tartar sauce

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Ingredients

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Beer Battered Cod

Thin Cut Fries

Coleslaw

Tartar Sauce

Method

Beer Battered Cod

  1. 1

    Prepare the batter

    In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Gradually pour in the beer while whisking until smooth and well combined. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Heat the oil

    In a deep fryer or large, deep skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

  3. 3

    Batter the cod

    Dip each cod fillet into the batter, allowing excess batter to drip off before carefully placing it in the hot oil.

  4. 4

    Fry the cod

    Fry the cod for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.

Thin Cut Fries

  1. 5

    Prepare the potatoes

    Wash and peel the russet potatoes. Cut them into thin strips (about 1/4 inch thick).

  2. 6

    Soak the fries

    Soak the potato strips in cold water for at least 30 minutes to remove excess starch. Drain and pat dry with paper towels.

  3. 7

    Fry the fries

    In the same oil used for the cod, fry the potatoes in batches for about 4-5 minutes or until golden and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with salt.

Coleslaw

  1. 8

    Prepare the vegetables

    Shred the green cabbage and carrots. In a large bowl, combine them.

  2. 9

    Make the dressing

    In a separate bowl, mix the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper until smooth.

  3. 10

    Combine

    Pour the dressing over the cabbage and carrots. Toss until everything is well coated. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Tartar Sauce

  1. 11

    Mix the ingredients

    In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, dill pickle relish, lemon juice, capers, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until smooth.

  2. 12

    Chill

    Cover and refrigerate the tartar sauce for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

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