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Fish and chips recipe
Crispy battered fish with golden fries, a classic treat!
Ingredients
- 600 g cod fillets
- 800 g potatoes
- 200 g all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 300 ml cold water
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1000 ml vegetable oil
How to make Fish and chips
- Peel and cut 3 large potatoes into thick fries. Soak them in cold water for 30 minutes to remove excess starch.
- In a mixing bowl, combine 200 g of all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/1 tsp black pepper thoroughly.
- Gradually stir in 300 ml of cold water into the flour mixture, whisk until a smooth batter forms without lumps.
- Heat 1 liter of vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium heat to 180°C (350°F) for frying.
- Dip 600 g of cod fillets into the batter, allowing excess to drip off, then carefully fry until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Fry the soaked potatoes in the hot oil for 5-6 minutes until crispy and golden, then drain on paper towels.
- Plate the hot fish and chips, serve immediately with your choice of tartar sauce or vinegar.
What is Fish and chips?
Fish and chips is a traditional dish from United Kingdom, cooked in a pan, and takes about 45 minutes from start to finish. It is built around potatoes, cod fillets and all-purpose flour. The recipe below uses 8 ingredients and is written out step by step.
How long does Fish and chips take?
At 45 minutes it is quicker than 69% of the 588 dishes in Copper's atlas. Copper's atlas has 60 dishes built on potatoes. The method runs to 7 steps, the longest being 30 minutes.
Any tips for making Fish and chips?
Ensure the oil is hot enough for a crispy texture.
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