Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Foolproof 30-Minute Beer Battered Fish and Chips recipe! Crispy golden batter, tender fish, and fluffy fries – a true taste of perfection.
Ingredients
– 1 pound white fish fillets (such as cod or halibut), cut into 1-inch strips
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1 cup cold beer
– 2 pounds russet potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch thick fries
– Vegetable oil for frying
– Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually whisk in the cold beer until a smooth batter forms.
2. In a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, heat 3 inches of vegetable oil to 350°F.
3. Working in batches, dip the fish strips into the batter, allowing any excess to drip off. Carefully lower the battered fish into the hot oil and fry for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
4. Remove the fried fish from the oil and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
5. In the same hot oil, fry the potato fries in batches for 3-5 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
6. Drain the fries on a paper towel-lined plate and season with additional salt if desired.
7. Serve the beer-battered fish and crispy fries immediately, with lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
For extra crispy fries, soak the cut potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes before frying. Patting them dry thoroughly before frying also helps achieve the perfect crispiness.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Main Dishes
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American