Fish And Chips Recipe
Battered cod served with fries and tartar sauce
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Ingredients
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Fish
Fries
Tartar Sauce
Method
Fish
- 1
Prepare the Batter
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Gradually whisk in the cold water until you achieve a smooth batter consistency.
- 2
Heat the Oil
In a deep frying pan or a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 3
Batter the Cod
Dip each cod fillet into the batter, ensuring it is fully coated.
- 4
Fry the Cod
Carefully place the battered cod into the hot oil. Fry for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Fries
- 5
Prepare the Potatoes
Peel the potatoes and cut them into long strips to make fries.
- 6
Heat the Oil for Frying
In a separate deep frying pan or pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 7
Fry the Potatoes
Carefully add the potato strips to the hot oil in batches. Fry until they are golden brown and crispy, about 4-6 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels, then sprinkle with salt.
Tartar Sauce
- 8
Mix the Ingredients
In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, chopped dill pickles, lemon juice, and chopped capers. Stir until well blended.
- 9
Season the Sauce
Add salt and black pepper to taste, adjusting the seasoning as preferred.