Beer-Battered Cod with House-Cut Fries

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Tender cod fillets coated in a light beer batter, fried to a golden crisp, served alongside thick-cut homemade fries. This British-inspired Father’s Day recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs cod fillets, all-purpose flour, cornstarch for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 550 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 British cuisine 550 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Peel and cut 4 medium potatoes into 1/2-inch thick fries. Rinse in cold water to remove excess starch, then pat dry with a clean towel.
  2. Step 2: Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F for frying fries. Fry potatoes in batches for 4-5 minutes until just tender but not browned. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  3. Step 3: In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup cornstarch, 1 tsp baking powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Slowly add 1 cup cold beer while whisking until batter is smooth and thick enough to coat fish.
  4. Step 4: Increase oil temperature to 375°F. Pat dry 1 lb cod fillets and cut into 3-4 inch pieces. Dip each piece into the beer batter, allowing excess to drip off, then carefully lower into hot oil. Fry for 4-5 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  5. Step 5: Return fries to hot oil at 375°F and fry for additional 2-3 minutes until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels and season with salt.
  6. Step 6: Serve the beer-battered cod immediately with house-cut fries and lemon wedges for squeezing over.

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