Fish & Chips Recipe
Golden-fried cod with tartar sauce, French fries, choice of side and Texas toast.
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Ingredients
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Fish
Potatoes
Tartar Sauce
Sides
Method
Fish Preparation
- 1
Make the Batter
In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
- 2
Add Beer
Gradually pour in the cold beer (or sparkling water) and stir until smooth. Set aside to rest for about 15 minutes.
- 3
Heat Oil
In a deep frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 4
Coat the Cod
Dredge each cod fillet in the batter, allowing excess to drip off.
- 5
Fry the Cod
Carefully place the battered cod into the hot oil, frying in batches if necessary. Fry for about 4-5 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.
French Fries Preparation
- 6
Prepare the Potatoes
Peel the russet potatoes and cut them into thick strips to make fries.
- 7
Soak the Fries
Soak the cut potatoes in cold water for at least 30 minutes to remove excess starch.
- 8
Fry the Potatoes
In the same oil used for frying the fish, fry the soaked potatoes in batches until golden and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels, then season with salt.
Tartar Sauce Preparation
- 9
Mix the Ingredients
In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, finely chopped dill pickles, capers, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until fully combined.
Serving
- 10
Toast the Texas Bread
In a skillet or toaster, lightly toast the Texas toast until golden brown.
- 11
Plate the Dish
Serve the golden-fried cod with French fries, a side of your choice, and toasted Texas toast. Offer the tartar sauce on the side.
