Are you craving a plate of perfectly crispy fish and chips, with a golden-brown crust and fluffy, flaky insides? Look no further! In this article, we'll guide you through the culinary journey of creating the ultimate fish and chips at home. From selecting the freshest fish to perfecting the batter and frying technique, we'll provide you with all the essential tips and tricks you need to impress your family and friends with this classic dish. Whether you prefer cod, haddock, or halibut, our comprehensive guide will ensure that your fish and chips turn out crispy, flavorful, and utterly irresistible. So, grab your apron and let's dive into the world of super crispy fish and chips!
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CRISPY FISH AND CHIPS
The crispiest beer battered fish and chips is an irresistible classic. Serving it with homemade tartar sauce takes it over the top!
Provided by Alida Ryder
Categories Dinner
Time 1h15m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- For the chips: Boil the potatoes in salted water for 10 minutes or until they just start to soften. Drain and allow to dry on a wire rack for 10-30 minutes.
- Heat a large pot of vegetable/canola oil until hot. Carefully add the potatoes in batches and fry until golden brown and crisp. Drain with a slotted spoon and place back onto the wire rack. Keep the chips in a warm oven while you fry the fish.
- For the fish: Combine the flours and salt in a large mixing bowl. Transfer half to a shallow dish / ziploc bag suitable for coating the fish. Whisk the beer or soda water into the flour in the mixing bowl until smooth. Coat the fish first in the flour mixture then in the batter.
- Carefully lower the fish into the hot oil, one to two pieces at a time and allow to fry for 7-10 minutes or until the fish is golden and crisp.
- Remove from the oil, drain on kitchen paper then serve with the chips and tartar sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 570 kcal, Carbohydrate 54 g, Protein 58 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Cholesterol 125 mg, Sodium 741 mg, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving
CRISPY BEER BATTER FISH & CHIPS
Virtually every beer-battered fish recipe looks crispy coming out of the fryer, and some even stay crispy for a few minutes, but then the inevitable sogginess sets in. Well, with this simple formula, and a few easy tricks, you can achieve a fried fish where the last bite is as crisp as the first. The keys are keeping your batter really cold and patting your fish really dry. Serve over a bed of salt 'n vinegar chips with tartar sauce and lemon.
Provided by Chef John
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Whisk self-rising flour, rice flour, and baking powder together in a bowl. Freeze until ready to use.
- Pat fish as dry as possible. Cut pieces lengthwise to get eight 1-inch thick strips. Place rice flour on a plate and season with salt. Dust fish lightly with the mixture and shake off excess. Cover a plate with crinkled foil to make a quick drying rack; place fish on top.
- Heat oil in a deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Pour beer into the flour mixture and whisk, adding more as needed, until batter is the consistency of thick pancake batter. Dip fish pieces into the batter to coat; lift out and let excess drip off.
- Fry fish in batches until golden brown, dunking occasionally if needed, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 503.1 calories, Carbohydrate 42.7 g, Cholesterol 66.3 mg, Fat 22.1 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 27.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 590.6 mg, Sugar 1 g
CLASSIC FISH AND CHIPS
Steps:
- Place potatoes in a medium-size bowl of cold water. In a separate medium-size mixing bowl, mix together flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Stir in the milk and egg; stir until the mixture is smooth. Let mixture stand for 20 minutes.
- Preheat the oil in a large pot or electric skillet to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Fry the potatoes in the hot oil until they are tender. Drain them on paper towels.
- Dredge the fish in the batter, one piece at a time, and place them in the hot oil. Fry until the fish is golden brown. If necessary, increase the heat to maintain the 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) temperature. Drain well on paper towels.
- Fry the potatoes again for 1 to 2 minutes for added crispness.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 782.3 calories, Carbohydrate 91.9 g, Cholesterol 124.6 mg, Fat 26.2 g, Fiber 9.1 g, Protein 44.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 860.7 mg, Sugar 5.9 g
CRISPY BATTER FOR FISH & CHIPS
A classic. Our whole family will eat fish this way! I like to serve it with steak-cut french fries.
Provided by hollyberry
Categories Healthy
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Mix ingredients together.
- Dip cod into batter.
- Deep fry at 425F until cooked.
CRISPY FISH AND CHIPS
Provided by Geoffrey Zakarian
Categories main-dish
Time 1h
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Preheat the oil in a large pot to 300 degrees F. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a tray with paper towels.
- Cut the potatoes into large wedges, about 10 per potato. Fry the potatoes for around 4 minutes. (They will be soggy.) Remove them to the lined tray and pat them dry. Turn the oil to 375 degrees F.
- Meanwhile, sprinkle the fish all over with salt. Combine 1/2 cup flour and 1 teaspoon turmeric on a plate, then season with salt. Dredge the fish in the flour mixture and let sit on the plate. Mix the baking soda with the remaining 2 cups flour and 2 teaspoons turmeric in a second bowl. Season well with salt. Slowly whisk in the beer until the batter has a pancake-batter consistency (you might not use it all). Fold in the egg whites. Adjust with more or less flour or beer as needed.
- Line a sheet tray with a wire rack. Fry the potatoes at 375 degrees F until crispy, about 4 minutes. Transfer to the rack and season with salt immediately. Hold the chips in the oven while you fry the fish.
- Lower the fry oil to 250 degrees F and line a plate with paper towels. Pat the excess flour from the fish, then coat in the batter. Gently lower the fish into the oil and fry until golden brown and the fish is cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer the fish to the lined plate and season with salt. Serve with Tartar Sauce, chips and lemon wedges.
- Combine the mayonnaise, pickles, capers, peppers, lemon zest, lemon juice and dill in a medium bowl. Season with salt and pepper and mix until combined.
CRISPY CRUNCHY FISH AND CHIPS
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Place a baking sheet in the oven to preheat.
- Using the slicing attachment on a food processor or a knife, slice the potatoes into thin discs about 1/4-inch thick. Place 1/3 of the sliced potatoes into a container with cold water and reserve for another use. Place remaining 2/3 of the potatoes in a large bowl with 2 teaspoons canola oil, salt and pepper, to taste, and toss to coat. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and spray with nonstick cooking spray. Transfer the potatoes to the baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes, flip each chip and bake for another 10 minutes.
- In a medium pot heat 3 cups of canola oil to 360 degrees F.
- In a large bowl combine remaining dry ingredients except 1/2 cup flour and season with salt and pepper. Whisk in the seltzer water.
- Place the remaining 1/2 cup flour on a plate or pie dish and season with salt and pepper. Dredge the tilapia in the flour, shake off excess, then dip into batter. Carefully place the battered fish into the hot oil. Working in batches so not to crowd the pot, fry for 6 minutes until golden brown. Remove to an oven-proof plate lined with papers towels or a brown paper bag. Repeat with remaining fillets. While frying remaining tilapia keep the cooked fillets warm in a preheated 250 degree F oven.
- Serve immediately with chips and Tartar Sauce on the side.
- Combine all ingredients in a small bowl and mix until well blended.
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality fish for the best results.
- Soak the fish in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes before frying to help keep it moist and tender.
- Use a light and fluffy batter for the fish to ensure it is crispy and not greasy.
- Fry the fish in hot oil until it is golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve the fish and chips immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
- For extra crispy chips, double fry them by frying them once, then letting them cool slightly before frying them again.
- Use a tartar sauce or malt vinegar for a traditional dipping sauce.
- Add some lemon wedges to the plate for a refreshing touch.
Conclusion:
Fish and chips is a delicious and classic dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With these tips, you can make sure your fish and chips turn out perfect every time. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try.
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