Traditional Fish and Chips

Traditional Fish and Chips is a beloved British classic featuring crispy, golden-battered cod served with thick-cut chips. The fresh cod fillets are coated in a light, airy batter and fried to perfection, creating a crunchy exterior with tender, flaky fish inside. Served with a side of hand-cut chips, mushy peas, and tartar sauce, this dish embodies the comforting flavours of the seaside. Whether enjoyed at a local chippy or homemade, Fish and Chips is the ultimate British comfort food, best paired with a splash of malt vinegar and a pint of ale.

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Keyword: Fish, Batter, Deep-Fried, Chips, French Fries

Category: Fish, Main Courses

Course: Mains, Fish

Cuisine: English

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 26

Soaking Chips: 8

Total Time: 8 36

Servings: Servings

Calories: 275kcal

Author: MJF

Cost: £10

Equipment

2 Mixing Bowls and a Whisk
1 Baking Tray

Ingredients

4 each Fillets of Cod 150g / 5 Oz Each
200 g 1 Cup All-Purpose Flour
1 each Egg
60 g ½ Cup Cornflour/Rice Flour
1 Tbsp Baking Powder
300 ml 10 fl. oz Cold Beer
Salt & Pepper
4 each Large Potatoes cut into 1 cm (½”) chips (800g / 1 Lb 12 oz)
Vegetable Oil or Beef Dripping for Frying

Instructions

Peel and cut the potatoes.
If you have time, soak the chips in water overnight to remove excess starch.
Drain and dry in a kitchen towel.
To prepare the batter, mix the flours, egg, baking powder, salt, and beer until smooth.
Let it rest for 10 minutes.
Heat the oil to 160°C (320°F).
Fry the potatoes until soft, then remove and drain.
Increase the oil temperature to 190°C (375°F) and fry the chips again until crispy. Set aside.
Dredge the fish fillets in flour, dip in the batter, and fry at 190°C (375°F) for 5-6 minutes until golden brown.
Drain on paper towels and serve with the chips, malt vinegar and tartare sauce.

Notes

Beef dripping is the original fat used for deep frying and makes a noticeable difference in flavour.
The fish can be seasoned with salt and a little lemon for 15 minutes prior to cooking, to firm it up.
The batter can be seasoned with additions such as paprika or herbs for variety.

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