This classic British dish is a delightful combination of crispy, golden-battered fish and perfectly cooked chips. A family favorite that brings the taste of the seaside to your home.
Homemade Fish and Chips
This classic British dish is a delightful combination of crispy, golden-battered fish and perfectly cooked chips. A family favorite that brings the taste of the seaside to your home.
Ingredients
- 200 grams white fish fillets such as cod or haddock
- 100 grams all-purpose flour plus extra for dusting
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 150 milliliters cold beer or sparkling water
- 2 large potatoes peeled and cut into chips
- to taste salt
- to serve malt vinegar optional
- for frying vegetable oil
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large, deep saucepan to 180°C (350°F).
- Rinse the fish fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Lightly dust with flour.
- In a bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Gradually whisk in the beer until the batter is smooth.
- Dip the fish fillets into the batter, ensuring they are completely covered.
- Carefully lower the fish into the hot oil and fry for 6-8 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Increase the oil temperature to 190°C (375°F). Add the chips to the hot oil and fry for 5-7 minutes or until golden and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Season the chips with salt and serve with the fish and optional malt vinegar.
Nutrition
Serving: 350gCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 80gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg
This was super easy to make and tasted amazing! My family loved it. Definitely making it again!
I’m so glad your family enjoyed it! Fish and chips are the best! 🍽️
I don’t understand how people can fry fish at home… it just seems messy and complicated. I’ll stick to takeout.