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Prep Time10 Mins
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Cook Time20 Mins
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Serving7
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Ready In30 Mins
Crispy on the outside, tender and flaky on the inside — this crispy battered fish fillet recipe is your go-to for homemade fish and chips perfection. Using a light, golden batter and simple pantry ingredients, this recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or a classic weekend treat, it’s best served with chunky chips, tartare sauce, and a wedge of lemon. Whether you’re using cod, haddock, or pollock, this recipe ensures maximum crunch and flavour every time.
Tips & Variations
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Cold batter = crispy batter: Keep the batter chilled for best results.
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Gluten-free? Use rice flour or a Gluten Free plain flour blend.
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Lighter option? Air fry battered fish using a thicker batter and spray oil, though the texture won’t be as crunchy.
Ingredients
Directions
Firstly, fillet the fish if not already done so. Then, in a separate bowl, mix 1 tsp salt and the hot chilli. Add it into the fish
Then, add in the garlic paste and the lime juice and mix it well. Set aside
In a separate bowl, sieve in the flour and baking powder. Add in 1/2 tsp of salt, 1 1/2 tsp black pepper and mix
Pour in the soda water to make a batter. Add in the extra juice from the fish marinate and stir
Coat the fish in the batter and put it in hot oil. Let it fry for a few minutes until it's golden and crispy. Enjoy with some crispy chips and green chutney!
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