Icelandic Fish and Chips (Íslensk fiskur og kartöflur)
Íslensk fiskur og kartöflur, or Icelandic Fish and Chips, is a classic dish in Icelandic cuisine. This recipe features crispy fried fish served with golden brown potato wedges, creating a delicious and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 4 fillets of white fish (such as cod or haddock)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup cold water
- 4 large potatoes, cut into wedges
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and cold water to create the batter.
- Season the fish fillets with salt and pepper, then dip them into the batter to coat evenly.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Fry the fish fillets until golden and crispy, about 4-5 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
- In the same pan, fry the potato wedges until golden and cooked through, about 10-12 minutes. Drain on paper towels and season with salt.
- Serve the crispy fish and potato wedges with lemon wedges and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 450
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 35g
- Fat
- 20g
Supplies
Frying pan Tongs Paper towels
Tools
Knife Cutting board Bowl Whisk
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Serve with a side of tartar sauce or malt vinegar for dipping.
Tips & tricks
Tips: Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the fish and potatoes to ensure a crispy texture. Drain the fried items on paper towels to remove excess oil.
Cost
$15