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Beer-Battered Fish and Chips

by Dawn T in Rouxbe Recipes

This fish is fried in a light, yet crispy, beer batter and is served with homemade chips. Serve with malt vinegar, fresh l...

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Rebecca B

blanching the fries

Why do you blanch -- double fry -- the fries? Further, why is the oil for blanching under 375 degrees F?

BTW:
Very good fish batter. Thanks!

Kimberley S
Rouxbe Staff

RE: Blanching French Fries

Blanching is a very common practice when it comes to making fries. The first cooking at a low temperature is to cook the interior of the potato. The second cooking is to crisp up the outside. You might want to check out this video recipe for Pomme Frites for more information. Cheers!

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