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Fish and Chips

Classic British dish of battered and fried fish with thick-cut fries.

Prep Time

20 minutes

Cook Time

25 minutes

Total Time

45 minutes

Difficulty

Medium

Skills Required

Deep Frying

Ingredients & Nutrition

800 kcal

Calories

40g

Protein

40g

Fat

60g

Carbs

5g

Fiber

3g

Sugar

700mg

Sodium

  • 4 Cod or Haddock Fillets
  • 4, cut into thick fries Potatoes
  • 1 1/2 cups Flour
  • 12 oz Beer
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder
  • for frying Vegetable Oil
  • for serving Salt and Vinegar

Equipment Needed

Let AI Suggest Variations

  • Use a different type of fish, like pollock or tilapia.
  • Add spices like paprika or cayenne to the batter for a kick.
  • Serve with tartar sauce or mushy peas.
  • Try baking the fish and chips for a healthier alternative.

Instructions:

1. Heat oil in a deep fryer to 350°F (175°C).

2. Fry potatoes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.

3. In a bowl, whisk together flour, beer, and baking powder to make the batter.

4. Dredge fish fillets in flour, then dip in batter.

5. Carefully place battered fish in hot oil and fry for 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.

6. Serve fish with chips, and season with salt and vinegar.