Fish and Chips

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Difficulty: Hard

32 minutes

4.0

British classic

Created by
Howard Begum

Ingredients

2 servings - +

1200g cod fillet
400g flour
500ml beer
1600g potatoes
2000ml oil

Equipment

bowl
deep fryer
wire rack


Steps

  1. Peel and cut potatoes into thick chips. Rinse and pat them dry.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, a pinch of salt, and beer to create a thick, smooth batter.
  3. Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 180°C (360°F). Fry the chips in batches until golden and crisp. Keep warm.
  4. Pat the cod fillets dry and dredge them in a little flour before dipping them into the batter, ensuring they are fully coated.
  5. Carefully lower the battered fish into the hot oil and fry for 5-8 minutes, until the batter is golden and crispy.
  6. Serve immediately with the hot chips and a side of tartar sauce.

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Ratings

3.0

Very messy to make

by Stuart Bell on 06 Jan 2026
5.0

Authentic

by Ross Begum on 06 Jan 2026