Classic Fish and Chips

Ingredients

• 4 large potatoes , peeled and cut into strips
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 cup milk
• 1 egg
• 1 quart vegetable oil for frying
• 1.5 pounds cod fillets

Instructions

1. 1

   Gather all ingredients.

2. 2

   Place sliced potatoes in a medium bowl and cover with cold water.

3. 3

   Mix flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper together in a separate medium bowl.

4. 4

   Add milk and egg; stir until batter is smooth. Let stand for 20 minutes.

5. 5

   Meanwhile, heat oil in a large pot or electric skillet to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

6. 6

   Drain and pat dry potatoes. Fry in hot oil until tender, about 5 minutes; drain on paper towels.

7. 7

   Dredge cod in batter, one piece at a time, and place in hot oil.

8. 8

   Fry fish in batches until golden brown on all sides; drain on paper towels. Monitor oil temperature, increasing the heat as needed to maintain 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

9. 9

   Fry potatoes again in hot oil until crisp, 1 to 2 minutes; drain on paper towels.

10. 10

    Serve and enjoy!