Fish and Chips: Easy Recipe for a Crispy, Homemade Delight
A delicious and easy recipe for making crispy fish and chips at home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: British
- Diet: None
Ingredients
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- 4 pieces cod fillets
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cold sparkling water
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 large potatoes
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Peel and cut the potatoes into thick fries, soak in water for 30 minutes, then pat dry.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot over medium heat.
- In a bowl, mix flour, paprika, salt, and pepper, then slowly whisk in sparkling water until smooth.
- Dip each cod fillet into the batter and carefully place in hot oil, frying until golden brown.
- Remove fish and drain on paper towels.
- Fry the prepped fries in the same oil until crispy and golden.
- Serve with the fish and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra crispiness, double fry the potatoes.
- Add malt vinegar or tartar sauce for serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Fish and Chips