Crispy Pub Style Fish Fry Recipe Proper Chippy at Home

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs (680g) cod fillets, skinless and boneless
• 1 tsp (5ml) salt
• 1/2 tsp (2.5ml) black pepper
• 1 tbsp (15ml) lemon juice
• 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour, plus extra for dredging
• 1 tsp (5ml) baking powder
• 1/2 tsp (2.5ml) salt
• 1/4 tsp (1.25ml) black pepper
• 1 cup (240ml) ice-cold lager (or sparkling water)
• 1 large egg, lightly beaten
• 4 cups (946ml) vegetable oil or canola oil, for frying
• Lemon wedges (optional)
• Tartar sauce (optional)
• Malt vinegar (optional)
• Chips (French fries) (optional)
• Mushy peas (optional)