Crispy Fish and Chips with House Tartare and Mixed Greens

About this recipe

Delight in this timeless favorite made even better with modern cooking techniques. Our crispy battered fish is perfectly paired with oven-baked fries, fresh mixed greens, and a tangy house tartare sauce. This dish is perfect for any family dinner or friendly gathering, preserving its iconic flavors while enhancing its appeal with healthier cooking methods.

Ingredients

• 4 white fish fillets (cod or haddock)
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup cold sparkling water
• 4 large potatoes, cut into wedges
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Mixed salad leaves
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons chopped pickles
• 1 tablespoon capers, chopped
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• Tomato sauce
• Lemon wedges for serving

Directions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 220°C (425°F).

2. 2

   Toss the potato wedges with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then arrange on a baking sheet.

3. 3

   Bake the potatoes for 25-30 minutes until golden and crispy, turning them halfway through.

4. 4

   In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Gradually whisk in sparkling water to form a smooth batter.

5. 5

   Pat fish fillets dry with paper towels. Dip each fillet into the batter, ensuring an even coat.

6. 6

   Heat vegetable oil in a pan to 180°C (350°F). Fry fish for 4-5 minutes until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.

7. 7

   Combine mayonnaise, pickles, capers, lemon juice, and parsley to make house tartare sauce.

8. 8

   Serve fish with baked potato wedges, mixed salad leaves, house tartare, tomato sauce, and lemon wedges.