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Battered Fish and Chips

Enjoy this classic fish and chips recipe with a crispy, golden batter that’s perfect for a family dinner or a weekend treat. No beer needed—just simple, delicious ingredients!

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½lbs. White Fish Fillets (e.g., Cod, Rockling, Tilapia, or Haddock)1 ¼ cupsAll-Purpose Flour1 tspBaking Powder½ cupWhole Milk1 tspOnion Powder1 tspGarlic Powder1 ½ tspSalt½ gallon(10 cups) Neutral Frying Oil (e.g., Canola or Vegetable Oil)½lb. Frozen French Fries1Lemon, cut into wedges
  • 1 ¼ cupsAll-Purpose Flour1 tspBaking Powder½ cupWhole Milk1 tspOnion Powder1 tspGarlic Powder1 ½ tspSalt½ gallon(10 cups) Neutral Frying Oil (e.g., Canola or Vegetable Oil)½lb. Frozen French Fries1Lemon, cut into wedges
  • 1 tspBaking Powder½ cupWhole Milk1 tspOnion Powder1 tspGarlic Powder1 ½ tspSalt½ gallon(10 cups) Neutral Frying Oil (e.g., Canola or Vegetable Oil)½lb. Frozen French Fries1Lemon, cut into wedges
  • ½ cupWhole Milk1 tspOnion Powder1 tspGarlic Powder1 ½ tspSalt½ gallon(10 cups) Neutral Frying Oil (e.g., Canola or Vegetable Oil)½lb. Frozen French Fries1Lemon, cut into wedges
  • 1 tspOnion Powder1 tspGarlic Powder1 ½ tspSalt½ gallon(10 cups) Neutral Frying Oil (e.g., Canola or Vegetable Oil)½lb. Frozen French Fries1Lemon, cut into wedges
  • 1 tspGarlic Powder1 ½ tspSalt½ gallon(10 cups) Neutral Frying Oil (e.g., Canola or Vegetable Oil)½lb. Frozen French Fries1Lemon, cut into wedges
  • 1 ½ tspSalt½ gallon(10 cups) Neutral Frying Oil (e.g., Canola or Vegetable Oil)½lb. Frozen French Fries1Lemon, cut into wedges
  • ½ gallon(10 cups) Neutral Frying Oil (e.g., Canola or Vegetable Oil)½lb. Frozen French Fries1Lemon, cut into wedges
  • ½lb. Frozen French Fries1Lemon, cut into wedges
  • 1Lemon, cut into wedges

Instructions

  1. 1️⃣Prepare the fish:Cut the fish fillets into evenly sized portions. Avoid cutting them too thick to ensure they cook through completely when fried.2️⃣Cook the fries:Place the frozen French fries in the oven or air fryer and cook according to the package instructions.3️⃣Make the batter:In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, milk, onion powder, garlic powder, and salt. Stir until smooth.4️⃣Heat the oil:Heat the oil in a large pot, such as a Dutch oven, until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Use a candy thermometer to monitor the temperature and maintain it consistently.5️⃣Coat and fry the fish:Dip each piece of fish into the batter, ensuring it is fully coated. Carefully place the battered fish into the hot oil. Fry in batches, cooking no more than three pieces at a time to avoid overcrowding.Fry the fish for 5 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until golden brown and fully cooked.6️⃣Drain and season:Remove the cooked fish using a strainer or slotted spoon, and place it on a wire rack to drain. Immediately season with a pinch of salt.7️⃣Serve:Serve the crispy fish alongside the cooked French fries, lemon wedges, and your favorite dipping sauces, such as tartar sauce or ketchup.
  2. Cut the fish fillets into evenly sized portions. Avoid cutting them too thick to ensure they cook through completely when fried.
  3. 2️⃣Cook the fries:Place the frozen French fries in the oven or air fryer and cook according to the package instructions.3️⃣Make the batter:In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, milk, onion powder, garlic powder, and salt. Stir until smooth.4️⃣Heat the oil:Heat the oil in a large pot, such as a Dutch oven, until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Use a candy thermometer to monitor the temperature and maintain it consistently.5️⃣Coat and fry the fish:Dip each piece of fish into the batter, ensuring it is fully coated. Carefully place the battered fish into the hot oil. Fry in batches, cooking no more than three pieces at a time to avoid overcrowding.Fry the fish for 5 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until golden brown and fully cooked.6️⃣Drain and season:Remove the cooked fish using a strainer or slotted spoon, and place it on a wire rack to drain. Immediately season with a pinch of salt.7️⃣Serve:Serve the crispy fish alongside the cooked French fries, lemon wedges, and your favorite dipping sauces, such as tartar sauce or ketchup.
  4. Place the frozen French fries in the oven or air fryer and cook according to the package instructions.3️⃣Make the batter:In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, milk, onion powder, garlic powder, and salt. Stir until smooth.4️⃣Heat the oil:Heat the oil in a large pot, such as a Dutch oven, until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Use a candy thermometer to monitor the temperature and maintain it consistently.5️⃣Coat and fry the fish:Dip each piece of fish into the batter, ensuring it is fully coated. Carefully place the battered fish into the hot oil. Fry in batches, cooking no more than three pieces at a time to avoid overcrowding.Fry the fish for 5 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until golden brown and fully cooked.6️⃣Drain and season:Remove the cooked fish using a strainer or slotted spoon, and place it on a wire rack to drain. Immediately season with a pinch of salt.7️⃣Serve:Serve the crispy fish alongside the cooked French fries, lemon wedges, and your favorite dipping sauces, such as tartar sauce or ketchup.
  5. 3️⃣Make the batter:
  6. In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, milk, onion powder, garlic powder, and salt. Stir until smooth.4️⃣Heat the oil:Heat the oil in a large pot, such as a Dutch oven, until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Use a candy thermometer to monitor the temperature and maintain it consistently.5️⃣Coat and fry the fish:Dip each piece of fish into the batter, ensuring it is fully coated. Carefully place the battered fish into the hot oil. Fry in batches, cooking no more than three pieces at a time to avoid overcrowding.Fry the fish for 5 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until golden brown and fully cooked.6️⃣Drain and season:Remove the cooked fish using a strainer or slotted spoon, and place it on a wire rack to drain. Immediately season with a pinch of salt.7️⃣Serve:Serve the crispy fish alongside the cooked French fries, lemon wedges, and your favorite dipping sauces, such as tartar sauce or ketchup.
  7. 4️⃣Heat the oil:Heat the oil in a large pot, such as a Dutch oven, until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Use a candy thermometer to monitor the temperature and maintain it consistently.5️⃣Coat and fry the fish:Dip each piece of fish into the batter, ensuring it is fully coated. Carefully place the battered fish into the hot oil. Fry in batches, cooking no more than three pieces at a time to avoid overcrowding.Fry the fish for 5 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until golden brown and fully cooked.6️⃣Drain and season:Remove the cooked fish using a strainer or slotted spoon, and place it on a wire rack to drain. Immediately season with a pinch of salt.7️⃣Serve:Serve the crispy fish alongside the cooked French fries, lemon wedges, and your favorite dipping sauces, such as tartar sauce or ketchup.
  8. Heat the oil in a large pot, such as a Dutch oven, until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Use a candy thermometer to monitor the temperature and maintain it consistently.
  9. 5️⃣Coat and fry the fish:Dip each piece of fish into the batter, ensuring it is fully coated. Carefully place the battered fish into the hot oil. Fry in batches, cooking no more than three pieces at a time to avoid overcrowding.Fry the fish for 5 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until golden brown and fully cooked.6️⃣Drain and season:Remove the cooked fish using a strainer or slotted spoon, and place it on a wire rack to drain. Immediately season with a pinch of salt.7️⃣Serve:Serve the crispy fish alongside the cooked French fries, lemon wedges, and your favorite dipping sauces, such as tartar sauce or ketchup.
  10. Dip each piece of fish into the batter, ensuring it is fully coated. Carefully place the battered fish into the hot oil. Fry in batches, cooking no more than three pieces at a time to avoid overcrowding.Fry the fish for 5 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until golden brown and fully cooked.6️⃣Drain and season:Remove the cooked fish using a strainer or slotted spoon, and place it on a wire rack to drain. Immediately season with a pinch of salt.7️⃣Serve:Serve the crispy fish alongside the cooked French fries, lemon wedges, and your favorite dipping sauces, such as tartar sauce or ketchup.
  11. Fry the fish for 5 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until golden brown and fully cooked.
  12. 6️⃣Drain and season:Remove the cooked fish using a strainer or slotted spoon, and place it on a wire rack to drain. Immediately season with a pinch of salt.7️⃣Serve:Serve the crispy fish alongside the cooked French fries, lemon wedges, and your favorite dipping sauces, such as tartar sauce or ketchup.
  13. Remove the cooked fish using a strainer or slotted spoon, and place it on a wire rack to drain. Immediately season with a pinch of salt.7️⃣Serve:Serve the crispy fish alongside the cooked French fries, lemon wedges, and your favorite dipping sauces, such as tartar sauce or ketchup.
  14. 7️⃣Serve:
  15. Serve the crispy fish alongside the cooked French fries, lemon wedges, and your favorite dipping sauces, such as tartar sauce or ketchup.

Notes

For extra crunch, double-dip the fish in the batter before frying.Pair with a fresh salad or coleslaw for a balanced meal.Leftovers can be reheated in an air fryer to retain crispiness.
Pair with a fresh salad or coleslaw for a balanced meal.Leftovers can be reheated in an air fryer to retain crispiness.
Leftovers can be reheated in an air fryer to retain crispiness.