Classic Fish And Chips

Directions

1. 1
   Cut potatoes lengthwise into 1/2-inch strips.
2. 2
   Heat oil (2 to 3 inches or enough to cover) in deep fryer or Dutch oven to 375 degrees.
3. 3
   Fill basket one-fourth full with potatoes. (I don't have a basket - I use a Fry Daddy and it works fine. Just be sure and put the chips in one at a time so they don't stick to each
4. 4
   other.) Skip the next step if you're not using a basket.
5. 5
   Slowly lower basket into hot oil. (If oil bubbles excessively, raise and lower basket several times.) Use a long-handled fork to keep potatoes separated.
6. 6
   Fry potatoes 5 to 7 minutes or until golden brown; drain on paper towels.
7. 7
   Place potatoes in single layer on cookie sheet and keep warm.
8. 8
   Repeat with remaining potatoes.
9. 9
   Cut fish filets into 2 x 1/-1/2-inch pieces. Pat dry with paper towels.
10. 10
    Mix flour and salt.
11. 11
    Mix baking soda and vinegar.
12. 12
    Stir vinegar mixture and water into flour mixture; beat until smooth.
13. 13
    Dip fish into batter, allowing excess batter to drip into bowl.
14. 14
    Fry 4 or 5 fish pieces at a time (do not use basket) about 3 minutes, turning fish once, until brown. Drain on paper towels.
15. 15
    Set oven control to broil. Broil potatoes 6 inches from heat 2 to 3 minutes or until crisp.