New England Fish and Chips Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 lb white fish fillets (such as cod or haddock), cut into serving-sized pieces 🐟
• 1 cup all-purpose flour, divided 🌾
• 1 teaspoon baking powder 🥄
• 1/2 teaspoon salt 🧂
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 🌶️
• 1 cup cold beer 🍺
• Vegetable oil, for frying 🥢
• 4 large potatoes, peeled and cut into thick fries 🥔

Instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together 3/4 cup of flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
2. Gradually pour in the cold beer while whisking until a smooth batter forms.
3. Let the batter rest for 15-20 minutes while you prepare the fish and potatoes.
4. Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 375°F (190°C).
5. Dredge the fish fillets in the remaining 1/4 cup of flour, shaking off any excess.
6. Dip each fish fillet into the batter, allowing any excess batter to drip off.
7. Carefully place the battered fish into the hot oil and fry for 4-5 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
8. Remove the fried fish from the oil and drain on paper towels.
9. While the fish is frying, blanch the potato fries in boiling water for 3-4 minutes. Drain and pat dry with paper towels.
10. Increase the temperature of the oil to 375°F (190°C) again.
11. Fry the blanched potato fries in batches until golden and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per batch.
12. Remove the fries from the oil and drain on paper towels.
13. Serve the crispy fish and hot fries immediately, with tartar sauce, lemon wedges, and malt vinegar on the side.

About New England Fish and Chips:

New England Fish and Chips is a classic dish that originated in the coastal regions of the Northeast United States, particularly in New England. It features fresh white fish, such as cod or haddock, coated in a light and crispy beer batter and served with thick-cut potato fries. The fish is typically fried until golden brown and crispy, while the fries are cooked until tender on the inside and perfectly crispy on the outside. This iconic dish is often accompanied by tartar sauce, lemon wedges, and malt vinegar for dipping and drizzling. New England Fish and Chips is a beloved comfort food favorite that captures the essence of seaside dining in the Northeast.

Indulge in the deliciousness of New England Fish and Chips! 🐟🍟🍋