seafood recipe

Prep Time: 20 minutes  |  Cook Time: 25 minutes  |  Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 1-2 servings  |  Difficulty: Medium  |  Cuisine: British

Ingredients

• 200g white fish fillet (cod or haddock)
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 egg
• 1 cup breadcrumbs or panko
• 500g potatoes
• Oil for deep frying
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon capers
• 1 tablespoon pickle relish
• Lemon juice

Instructions

1. Cut potatoes into thick fries and soak in cold water for 30 minutes.
2. Pat fish dry and season with salt and pepper.
3. Set up breading station: flour in one bowl, beaten egg in another, breadcrumbs in a third.
4. Coat fish in flour, then egg, then breadcrumbs.
5. Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) and fry potatoes until golden, about 8-10 minutes.
6. Fry breaded fish until golden brown, approximately 8-12 minutes.
7. Drain on paper towels.
8. Mix mayonnaise, capers, and relish for tartar sauce.
9. Serve hot fries in a basket, fish on the side, with tartar sauce for dipping.
10. Wrap in newspaper for authentic presentation.

Tips & Notes

• Double-fry chips for extra crispiness: first at 325°F until soft, then at 375°F until golden
• Keep fish and chips hot and separate until serving to prevent sogginess
• Use food-safe newspaper or parchment paper that mimics newspaper appearance
• Fresh white fish works best; avoid frozen varieties if possible
• Serve immediately while still hot and crispy

Nutrition Notes

High in protein from fish and carbohydrates from potatoes. Deep-fried preparation makes this an indulgent dish best enjoyed occasionally. Rich in calories but provides satisfying comfort food nutrition.