Teresa's Recipes
Traditional English Fish and Chips
Travel to the heart of British cuisine with our Traditional English Fish and Chips recipe. Enjoy the perfect crunch of golden, beer-battered fish fillets, served alongside thick-cut, double-fried chips for an extra crispy finish. This dish is a treasured staple in England, often enjoyed on a breezy seaside afternoon or as a warm, comforting dinner on a cold night. Don't forget the tangy tartar sauce and a splash of malt vinegar for the complete, authentic experience.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Tartar sauce
- to taste Malt vinegar
- to taste Salt
- 4 large ones, cut into thick chips Potatoes
- enough for deep frying Vegetable oil
- 1 cup Cold water
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 4 fillets White fish fillets (such as cod or haddock)
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 4
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Calories: 800
- Fat: 30g
- Carbs: 80g
- Protein: 40g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Sugar: 2g
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the cold water to the flour mixture, whisking until you have a smooth and thick batter.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 375°F (190°C).
- Dip each fish fillet into the batter, allowing any excess to drip off, then carefully place it into the hot oil.
- Fry the fish for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to remove the fish from the oil and drain on paper towels.
- In a separate pot, heat vegetable oil to 325°F (165°C). Carefully add the cut potatoes to the hot oil and fry for about 5-6 minutes, or until golden. Remove from the oil with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- Increase the oil temperature to 375°F (190°C) and fry the potatoes again for another 2-3 minutes, or until extra crispy. Remove from the oil and drain on paper towels.
- Season the fried potatoes with salt to taste.
- Serve the crispy fish and chips with a side of tartar sauce and a dash of malt vinegar.
Tips
- For a lighter version, you can bake the fish and chips in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes or until crispy.
- Try using sweet potatoes for a different twist.