Fish And Chips Recipe: A Classic British Dish

Who doesn’t love a classic fish and chips dish? The flaky, tender fish and crispy golden-brown fries always hit the spot. Today, I want to share with you two different recipes that are sure to satisfy your craving for this all-time favorite meal.

Classic Fish and Chips

For the fish:

• 2 lbs. fresh cod or haddock
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1 tsp. baking powder
• 1 cup beer (lager or ale)

For the chips:

• 4 large potatoes, cut into wedges
• 2 tbsp. vegetable oil
• 1 tsp. salt

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
2. Cut the potatoes into wedges and toss them with vegetable oil and salt. Spread them onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for about 25-30 minutes, until golden brown and crispy.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking powder. Gradually pour in the beer and whisk until smooth.
4. Dredge the fish in the batter until completely coated and fry in hot oil until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
5. Serve the fish with the fries and tartar sauce on the side.

Baked Haddock with Brown Butter Lemon Sauce

For the fish:

• 4 haddock fillets
• 2 tbsp. olive oil
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1/2 tsp. black pepper
• 1/2 tsp. paprika

For the sauce:

• 4 tbsp. unsalted butter
• 1 tbsp. lemon juice
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley
• 1/4 tsp. salt

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
2. Rinse the haddock fillets and pat dry with paper towels. Drizzle them with olive oil and sprinkle with salt, pepper, and paprika.
3. Bake the fish for about 15-20 minutes, until cooked through and flaky.
4. Meanwhile, melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook until it turns golden brown and gives off a nutty aroma. Remove from heat and add the lemon juice, parsley, and salt.
5. Spoon the brown butter sauce over the haddock fillets and serve immediately.

Now that you have two delicious fish and chips recipes to choose from, you can satisfy your cravings whenever they strike. I hope you enjoy these dishes as much as I do!