Fish & Chips Recipe
English Style Battered Icelandic Cod, Served with Pommes Frites, Malt Vinegar, Thai Ketchup & House-made Tarter Sauce.
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Ingredients
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Fish
Pommes Frites
Tartar Sauce
Condiments
Method
Preparation of Fish
- 1
Prepare the Batter
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Gradually add cold sparkling water until the batter is smooth and thick.
- 2
Batter the Fish
Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels. Dip each fillet in the batter, ensuring it is fully coated.
Frying the Fish
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a deep fryer or large pot, heat oil to 350°F (175°C).
- 4
Fry the Fish
Carefully place battered fish into the hot oil and fry for about 4-5 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Preparation of Pommes Frites
- 5
Cut the Potatoes
Peel and cut the russet potatoes into thin strips to make fries.
- 6
Fry the Potatoes
Fry the potato strips in the same oil at 350°F (175°C) for about 3-4 minutes until golden and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels, then sprinkle with salt.
Making Tartar Sauce
- 7
Combine Ingredients
In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, chopped dill pickles, capers, lemon juice, and fresh dill until well combined.
Serving
- 8
Plate the Dish
Serve the crispy fish alongside hot fries, with malt vinegar and Thai ketchup on the side, and a generous dollop of house-made tartar sauce.