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A black plate with battered fish, seasoned potato wedges, a small bowl of tartar sauce garnished with lemon and dill, and a side of ketchup—perfect for those craving a classic fish and chips recipe—all served on a wooden table.
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5 from 3 votes

Crispy Fish and Chips

Flaky white fish fried in a golden, crunchy batter and served with crispy fries. A classic comfort meal that’s perfect with tartar sauce and a squeeze of lemon.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: american food, american recipe, crispy fish and chips
Servings: 4 people

Ingredients

  • pounds cod or any flaky white fish like haddock, pollock, or tilapia
  • Kosher salt to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • cups Ginger Ale
  • AB’s A Rub
  • Tartar sauce Check out my homemade tartar sauce recipe on the site!
  • Steak fries Optional, check my site for the perfect recipe!

Instructions

  • Cut the fish fillets into individual portions. Pat them dry thoroughly with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
  • Heat a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot with vegetable oil to 375°F (190°C).
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, AB’s A Rub, and baking powder. Gradually whisk in the Ginger Ale until the batter is smooth but not overmixed.
  • Dip each fish fillet into the batter, allowing excess to drip off. Carefully lower into the hot oil.
  • Fry for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown, crispy, and cooked through. Remove and drain on a wire rack placed over a paper towel-lined tray.
  • Serve hot with steak fries, lemon wedges, malt vinegar, and tartar sauce on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 280kcal