Fish and Chips

Name: Fish and Chips
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: England
Ingredients: 400 g of cod ((fillets)); 500 g of potatoes; 100 g of flour; 150 ml of lager; 100 ml of sparkling water; 1 eggs; 1 pinch of salt; pepper; 1 L of frying oil; 1 lemons; tartar sauce

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Fish and chips is a battered fish fillet served with fries. 🐟 It is traditionally served with tartar sauce and malt vinegar.

Total time: 35 min
Prep: 20 min
Cook: 15 min
Difficulty: Easy
Per person: €3.00

By the CookinBreak team

Goes well with

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To drink

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Nutrition facts

per serving · estimate

850kcal

Protein25 g12%
Carbs75 g35%
Fat50 g53%
Fiber5 g

Share of each nutrient in the calories of one serving.

Good to know

Chef's tip

💡 For an even crispier batter, let the batter rest in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before dipping the fish in it. It makes all the difference! 🍻👌

Freezing : Can you freeze this recipe?

Not recommended

Texture is badly affected (softening) after thawing and reheating. Not recommended.

Storage : How long does it keep?

The batter and the fries lose their crispness, becoming soft and unappetizing. Eat fresh.

Making ahead : Can you make it the day before?

Yes

Prepare the fish (cutting, seasoning), cut the potatoes (keep them in cold water in the fridge). Make the tartar sauce. The batter must be made right before frying.

Reheating : How do you reheat it?

Oven (180°C, 10-15min) or air fryer (180°C, 8-12min) to try to regain some crispness. Microwave not recommended (makes it very soggy). Quality remains lower than a freshly made dish.

Variations

Serve with tartar sauce and malt vinegar.
Replace the cod with another firm white fish.
Add mushy peas on the side.

Mistakes to avoid

Not draining after frying: drain the fries and fish on paper towels.
Using oil that is not hot enough: the fish will soak up the oil. Heat the oil well before adding the fillets.
Mixing the batter poorly: combine flour, egg, beer and sparkling water, then coat the fillets well.

Frequently asked questions

How do you make a beer batter?

In a large bowl, mix 100 g of flour, 1 egg, 150 ml of lager beer and 100 ml of sparkling water, then season with salt and pepper. Dip the cod fillets in the batter to coat them well.

How long should you fry the fish?

Lower the battered fillets into the hot oil and fry them for about 5 to 6 minutes, until golden and crispy. Drain them on paper towels.

How do you make crispy fries?

Cut peeled potatoes into sticks, fry them in hot oil until golden and crispy, then drain them on paper towels and salt them.

What do you serve with fish and chips?

Arrange the fried cod and fries on a plate with a lemon wedge and tartar sauce. Fish and chips is traditionally served with tartar sauce and malt vinegar.