Crispy Fish and Chips Recipe
White meat fish like cod or haddock are dipped in an airy batter that is then deep fried on the stovetop getting extra crispy and golden brown. Served with classic potato fries aka chips!
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 526kcal
Ingredients
- Vegetable oil for frying
- ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup beer or milk
- Salt and pepper
- 1 pound haddock or cod fillets cut into strips and completely dried with paper towels
- 3 potatoes cut in fry shapes
Instructions
- Heat oil in a medium sized pot over medium high heat.
- Whisk together flour, eggs, baking powder, and salt in one medium sized bowl until smooth.
- Next slowly add in beer or milk and continue whisking until batter is combined.
- Salt and pepper fish then dip each piece into batter coating evenly.
- Fry fish in oil until golden brown and crispy.
- Next fry potatoes until golden brown.
- Salt and pepper to taste and serve.
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Notes
Fresh fish makes the difference. Look for fillets that are firm, shiny, and smell fresh, not fishy. If it's dull or slimy, it's past its prime. And always pat the fish dry! If your fish is damp, the batter won't stick right. Use a paper towel to dry it off.
Use ice-cold beer (if you're using beer). The chill creates air pockets in the batter, making it light, airy, and extra crispy when it hits the hot oil.
Cook in batches. This is VERY important boos. Don't overcrowd the fillets in the hot oil!
Last but not least, don't just pile the fish on a plate. Let it rest on a wire rack so the excess oil drips off and the coating stays crisp. Paper towels will make it soggy.
How to Store & Reheat Fish and Chips
Let the fish and fries cool completely before storing. Pop the fish in an airtight container and the fries in a separate one so they don't turn into a soggy mess, and keep them in the fridge. To reheat, pop the fish in a 375°F oven or air fryer for about 10 minutes until it's hot and crispy again. Fries can go right in the air fryer or oven too. Give 'em a shake halfway through!How long will Fish and Chips last in the fridge?
Fish and chips are best fresh, but they'll keep in the fridge for up to 3 days.Can I freeze batter for fish and chips?
You can freeze both the batter and the fried fish. For the batter, store it in an airtight container and freeze for up to a month. Just give it a good stir after thawing. For the fried fish, let it cool, freeze it in a single layer on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer bag. It'll keep for about 2 months. The fries can go in the freezer too! Spread them out on a baking sheet to freeze first, then toss 'em in a bag. They'll last up to 3 months.Nutrition
Calories: 526kcal | Carbohydrates: 58g | Protein: 53g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 308mg | Sodium: 1171mg | Potassium: 2160mg | Fiber: 8g | Vitamin A: 400IU | Vitamin C: 36.4mg | Calcium: 192mg | Iron: 12.6mg