Saint Helenian Style Fish And Chips

Saint Helenian Style Fish and Chips is a classic dish from the island of Saint Helena, known for its delicious and crispy fried fish served with thick-cut chips. This recipe captures the essence of Saint Helenian cuisine and is perfect for a hearty and satisfying meal.

Non Vegetarian Gluten Free Main Course Saint Helenian Fish And Chips Saint Helenian Cuisine Seafood
Saint Helenian Style Fish And Chips

Ingredients

  • 4 fillets of fresh white fish (such as cod or haddock)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup cold water
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 large potatoes, peeled and cut into thick chips
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • Malt vinegar for serving

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Gradually whisk in the cold water to form a smooth batter.
  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pan or fryer to 180°C (350°F).
  3. Dip each fish fillet in the batter, allowing any excess to drip off, then carefully lower it into the hot oil. Fry for 6-8 minutes until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
  4. In the same hot oil, fry the potato chips in batches for 5-6 minutes until golden and crisp. Drain on paper towels and sprinkle with salt.
  5. Serve the fried fish and chips with malt vinegar and enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
40 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
450
Carbohydrates
35g
Protein
25g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Deep pan or fryer Paper towels

Tools

Whisk Tongs

Serving suggestions

Serve the Saint Helenian Style Fish and Chips with a side of coleslaw or mushy peas for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For extra crispy chips, soak the potato slices in cold water for 30 minutes before frying to remove excess starch.

Cost

$15