the ultimate fish and chips

Necedah, WI
Updated on May 24, 2016

If you are crazy and gaga over Britain’s fish and chips, then you probably have heard that every coastal town and city in the whole United Kingdom boasts that they have the best fish and chips recipe in the country. Now try our American version

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prep time 40 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Deep Fry
yield 4 Servings

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 large whole eggs, separated
  • 2 tablespoons mixed herbs
  • 4 to 6 ounces cod fillets
  • - vegetable oil for frying
  • 8 - whole potatoes, cut into wedges
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper

How To Make the ultimate fish and chips

  • Step 1
    Sift the flour into a large mixing bowl. Whisk in the olive oil with 1/2 cup water and the egg yolks to make a smooth batter. Stir in the mixed herbs and leave to stand for at least 30 minutes. Whisk the egg whites until stiff and fold into the batter, trying not to deflate.
  • Step 2
    Heat the oil in a large, heavy-based saucepan and test with a piece of stale bread. Dip the fish fillets into the batter and deep-fry for 4 - 7 minutes until golden brown. Drain well on absorbent paper towels and keep warm. Meanwhile, make the chips. Leaving the skin on, cut the potatoes into wedges and deep-fry for 10 minutes until golden brown and crispy. yield

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