Ingredients:

  • 2 Cod fillets (6-8 oz each), skinless and boneless (approximately 170-225g each)
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (60g)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup (4 fl oz, 120ml) beer (lager or pale ale) - chilled!
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • Lemon wedges, for serving
  • 2 medium Russet potatoes (approx. 1 lb, 450g), peeled and cut into 1/2-inch thick fries (1.25 cm)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions:

  1. Toss the cut potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  2. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Add the chips to the air fryer basket in a single layer (cook in batches if necessary). Cook for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and tender.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Slowly whisk in the chilled beer and vegetable oil until just combined (a few lumps are okay).
  4. Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels. This helps the batter adhere.
  5. Dip each cod fillet into the batter, ensuring it's fully coated. Carefully place the battered fish into the air fryer basket (again, work in batches if necessary).
  6. Cook for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and the batter is golden brown and crispy. Flip halfway through to ensure even cooking. The internal temperature of the fish should reach 145°F (63°C).
  7. Serve the air-fried fish and chips hot with lemon wedges for squeezing.