Soulful Fish and Chips

Ingredients

This recipe for Soulful Fish and Chips differs from the traditional British version by using a blend of Southern-style spices and cornmeal in the batter for the fish, and by serving it with a side of creamy coleslaw instead of tartar sauce. We alse have the original recipe for Fish and Chips, so you can check it out.

• 1 lb (450g) white fish fillets, such as cod or haddock 1 lb (450g) white fish fillets, such as cod or haddock
• 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
• 1 cup (120g) cornmeal 1 cup (120g) cornmeal
• 1 tbsp (15g) paprika 1 tbsp (15g) paprika
• 1 tbsp (15g) garlic powder 1 tbsp (15g) garlic powder
• 1 tbsp (15g) onion powder 1 tbsp (15g) onion powder
• 1 tsp (5g) cayenne pepper 1 tsp (5g) cayenne pepper
• 1 tsp (5g) salt 1 tsp (5g) salt
• 1/2 tsp (2.5g) black pepper 1/2 tsp (2.5g) black pepper
• 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk
• Vegetable oil, for frying Vegetable oil, for frying
• 4 large potatoes, cut into thick fries 4 large potatoes, cut into thick fries
• Salt, to taste Salt, to taste
• 1/2 head of cabbage, shredded 1/2 head of cabbage, shredded
• 1/2 cup (120ml) mayonnaise 1/2 cup (120ml) mayonnaise
• 1 tbsp (15ml) apple cider vinegar 1 tbsp (15ml) apple cider vinegar
• 1 tbsp (15g) sugar 1 tbsp (15g) sugar
• 1/2 tsp (2.5g) salt 1/2 tsp (2.5g) salt
• 1/4 tsp (1.25g) black pepper 1/4 tsp (1.25g) black pepper

Nutrition

• Calories: 650 kcal / 2718 KJ
• Fat: 32g (5g saturated)
• Carbohydrates: 60g (10g sugars)
• Protein: 28g
• Fiber: 6g
• Salt: 2.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 200C (400F).
2. 2.
   In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cornmeal, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
3. 3.
   Pour the buttermilk into another bowl.
4. 4.
   Dip each fish fillet into the buttermilk, then coat it in the flour mixture.
5. 5.
   Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
6. 6.
   Fry the fish fillets in the hot oil until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.
7. 7.
   Remove the fish from the skillet and place it on a baking sheet lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
8. 8.
   Toss the potato fries with salt and spread them out on a baking sheet.
9. 9.
   Bake the fries in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until crispy and golden brown.
10. 10.
    In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper.
11. 11.
    Add the shredded cabbage to the bowl and toss to coat it in the dressing.
12. 12.
    Serve the fried fish and potato fries with a side of coleslaw.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Fish — Make sure to pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels before dipping them in the buttermilk and flour mixture. This will help the batter stick better and create a crispier coating.
• Coleslaw — For a creamier coleslaw, add a tablespoon of sour cream or Greek yogurt to the dressing.

Tips & Tricks

• To keep the fish warm while frying the rest of the fillets, place the cooked fish on a wire rack set over a baking sheet in a warm oven.
• For a spicier coating, increase the amount of cayenne pepper in the flour mixture.
• If you don't have buttermilk, you can make a substitute by mixing 1 cup of milk with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar and letting it sit for 5 minutes.

Serving advice

Serve the Soulful Fish and Chips hot and crispy, with a side of creamy coleslaw and a wedge of lemon for squeezing over the fish.

Presentation advice

Arrange the fried fish and potato fries on a large platter, with the coleslaw in a separate bowl on the side. Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro for a pop of color.