Recipe: Fish and Chips
Description:
Fish and chips, a beloved classic in British cuisine, holds a special place in the hearts of many as a quintessential takeaway dish, often enjoyed alongside Chip Shop Curry Sauce. Recreating this crispy, tender delight at home is easier than you might think, and with this simple recipe, you can savor that distinctive melt-in-your-mouth fried fish goodness right in your own kitchen.
Keywords:
Scottish, Welsh, European, Healthy, Kid Friendly, Quick & Easy, Beginner Cook, Deep Fried, Stove Top, Inexpensive
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 334.2
- Fat Content: 8.2g
- Saturated Fat: 3.6g
- Cholesterol: 189.1mg
- Sodium: 694.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 22.9g
- Fiber: 0.8g
- Sugar: 0.2g
- Protein: 39.4g
Servings: 4
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Ingredients:
- 8 white fish fillets (about 4-8 servings)
- 1/4 cup self-raising flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 cup milk
- Lemon wedges for garnish
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Half-fill a deep pan with melted fat or oil. |
| 2 | Heat until a faint haze rises from it (or until a bread cube sinks to the bottom of the pan, rises to the top immediately, and turns golden in 50 seconds). |
| 3 | Sift the flour and salt into a bowl. |
| 4 | Beat to a smooth batter with unbeaten egg, butter, and milk. |
| 5 | Coat 2 pieces of fish with batter. |
| 6 | Lift into the pan with a fork or kitchen tongs. |
| 7 | Fry until crisp and golden, allowing about 6-8 minutes for large pieces and 4-5 minutes for medium. |
| 8 | Remove from the pan and drain on unprinted (white) newspaper. |
| 9 | Garnish with lemon wedges, and serve with Fish and Chip Shop Curry Sauce. |
Enjoy your homemade Fish and Chips, perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, paired with tangy lemon wedges for a delightful burst of flavor! 🐟🍟
