After a long week, a good old plate of fish and chips really helps me unwind. There’s something so simple and satisfying about it that just makes me feel completely relaxed.
Crispy Beer-Battered Fish and Chips
Ingredients
- 2 lbs cod fillets
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup cold beer
- Potatoes for chips
- Vegetable oil for frying
Steps
- Cut potatoes into chip-sized pieces. Fry in hot oil until golden and crispy; drain.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and beer to form a smooth batter.
- Dip fish fillets into the batter, ensuring they are fully coated.
- Carefully lower battered fish into hot oil and fry for 4-6 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on paper towels and serve immediately with chips.