Explore an easy way to make the classic Fish and Chips at home. Enjoy a crispy, golden treat that delights both kids and adults alike!
Easy Homemade Fish and Chips
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minutesExplore an easy way to make the classic Fish and Chips at home. Enjoy a crispy, golden treat that delights both kids and adults alike!
Ingredients
- Twice-Cooked Chips
8 large russet potatoes
Vegetable oil for frying
- Seasoned Flour
1.5 cups all-purpose flour
2 tsp kosher salt
2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- Beer Batter
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tbsp paprika
2 tbsp kosher salt
1 12-ounce bottle light lager beer
- Fish
2 pounds skinless, boneless white fish (e.g., cod)
Vegetable oil for frying
Kosher salt
Malt vinegar for serving
- Alternative Ingredients
Gluten-Free All-Purpose Flour for regular flour
Sparkling water for beer non-alcoholic substitute
Sweet potato for russet potatoes for a different nutritional profile
Directions
- Prepare Potatoes – Peel and cut the potatoes into thick chips. Submerge in cold water to remove excess starch. Dry thoroughly.
- Blanch Chips – Heat oil to 275°F. Fry chips until soft but not brown, about 10 minutes. Drain and refrigerate overnight.
- Season Flour – Combine flour, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Make Beer Batter – Mix flour, paprika, and salt. Gradually whisk in beer and cold water until smooth.
- Prepare Fish – Heat oil to 375°F. Coat fish in seasoned flour, dip in batter, and fry until golden, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Final Fry for Chips – Reheat oil to 375°F. Fry chilled chips until golden and crispy, about 5 minutes.
- Serve – Serve crispy fish and chips with malt vinegar and a pinch of kosher salt.
Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 800kcal
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
- Sodium: 1400mg
- Potassium: 2000mg
- Carbohydrates: 84g
- Fiber: 6g
- Sugar: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Vitamin A: 500IU
- Vitamin C: 30mg
- Calcium: 50mg
- Iron: 4mg
