Real English Fish and Chips With Yorkshire Beer Batter

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 3
Real English Fish and Chips With Yorkshire Beer Batter
in Fish

Prep

20 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 cod fish fillets or 4 haddock fillets
6 ounces plain flour
1 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda
1 bottle british beer , Small
1/2 lemon , juice of
salt & pepper
extra flour
3 lbs potatoes , peeled & chipped
good quality cooking fat or oil

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
903
Sugar
8g
Fat
63g
Fish and chips is a classic British dish that dates back to the mid-19th century. Traditionally, it was considered a working-class meal eaten from newspaper-wrapped parcels while standing in the street. Today, it is enjoyed by people of all walks of life and is considered a national dish of the United Kingdom. The secret to a good fish and chips is in the batter, and this recipe uses British beer to give it an authentic flavor. Serve with salt and vinegar and enjoy with a cold beer or cup of tea.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 200°C.
2.Peel the potatoes and cut them into chips.
3.Put the chips on a baking tray, drizzle with some oil, and bake for 25–30 minutes, turning occasionally.
4.Mix the flour, bicarbonate of soda, and salt in a bowl.
5.Gradually pour in the beer, whisking constantly until the batter is smooth and lump-free.
6.Squeeze in the lemon juice and give it a final whisk.
7.Heat the oil in a deep-fat fryer or large, deep saucepan to 180°C.
8.Dredge the fish in the extra flour and shake off any excess.
9.Dip the fish in the batter to coat it completely.
10.Carefully lower the fish into the hot oil and fry for 6–8 minutes, or until cooked through and golden brown.
11.Drain the fish on kitchen paper and serve immediately with the hot chips.

PROS

This classic English dish is beloved by many and is a great comfort food.

The crispy exterior combined with the juicy fish inside is a taste sensation.

This recipe uses beer batter, which gives the fish a unique flavor.

CONS

Deep-fried fish and chips are high in calories and fat and should be enjoyed in moderation.

This dish is not suitable for those with celiac disease as it contains gluten.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Fish is an excellent source of protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and other essential nutrients.
Potatoes are a great source of fiber, potassium, and vitamin C.
However, this dish is not particularly healthy due to the deep-frying and high-calorie batter.

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