Plaice And Chips Extravaganza

Get ready for a classic British meal with this Plaice and Chips Extravaganza recipe. This dish features crispy battered plaice fillets served with golden, fluffy chips - a true taste of the British seaside!

Non Vegetarian Gluten Free With Appropriate Batter Main course British British Cuisine Fish And Chips Seafood
Plaice And Chips Extravaganza

Ingredients

  • 4 plaice fillets
  • 4 large potatoes, peeled and cut into chips
  • 150g all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 200ml cold water
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and cold water to make a smooth batter. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 180°C (360°F).
  3. Dip the plaice fillets in the batter, allowing any excess to drip off, then carefully lower them into the hot oil. Fry for 5-6 minutes until golden and crispy.
  4. While the fish is frying, parboil the chips for 4-5 minutes, then drain and pat dry with kitchen paper.
  5. Add the chips to the hot oil and fry for 3-4 minutes until golden and crisp. Drain on kitchen paper and season with salt.
  6. Serve the crispy plaice and chips with a side of tartar sauce and mushy peas, if desired.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Deep frying

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
450 per serving
Fat
20g
Carbohydrates
50g
Protein
15g

Supplies

Deep fryer or large pot Mixing bowl Slotted spoon Kitchen paper

Tools

Frying thermometer (if not using a deep fryer with temperature control)

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestion: Serve the Plaice and Chips with a side of malt vinegar and a cold pint of beer for an authentic British experience.

Tips & tricks

Tip: For an extra crispy batter, refrigerate the fish for 15-20 minutes after coating before frying.

Cost

$15