Crispy fish & chips with mushy peas

Health score
45%
Crispy fish & chips with mushy peas
50 min.
2
579kcal

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There's nothing quite like the classic combination of crispy fish and chips to evoke memories of seaside adventures and cozy pub meals. This delightful dish not only brings a taste of tradition but also adds a modern twist with vibrant mushy peas. Imagine biting into perfectly golden fish, its crunchy exterior yielding to tender flesh within, all complemented by thick, fluffy chips that are roasted to perfection. This recipe is an effortless way to create a restaurant-quality meal right in your own kitchen.

Ready in just 50 minutes, this dish serves two and is perfect for a leisurely lunch or a comforting dinner. The simplicity of the ingredients—fresh white fish, hearty baking potatoes, and bright green peas—means you can whip up something heartwarming without too much fuss. Plus, the introduction of crème fraîche lends a creamy richness that elevates the traditional mushy peas, making this meal not only enjoyable but also quick to prepare.

Whether you're looking to impress guests or simply bring a bit of joy to your weeknight meals, our crispy fish and chips with mushy peas is sure to become a favorite. Dive into this delightful dish and savor each bite, celebrating a taste that carries the spirit of the coast right to your table!

Ingredients

  • 400 baking potato 
  • tsp olive oil 
  • slices bread white
  • fillet fish fillet white such as haddock, hoki, pollock
  • tbsp flour plain
  •  eggs beaten
  • 140 pea frozen with mint
  • tbsp crème fraîche 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 200C/fan 180C/gas
  2. Peel and chop the potatoes into thick chips, then toss with the olive oil and some salt. Arrange on a large non-stick baking tray and roast for 20 mins, turning halfway.
  3. Lightly toast the bread, then pulse briefly in a food processor for coarse breadcrumbs. Dust the fish in flour, shaking off the excess, then dip into the egg, then breadcrumbs to coat thoroughly. Roast the fish with the chips for a further 20 mins, until both are golden.
  4. Just before the fish and chips are ready, boil the peas for 3-4 mins, then drain and mash. Stir in the crme fraiche and season.

Nutrition Facts

Calories579kcal
Protein33.99%
Fat20.45%
Carbs45.56%

Properties

Glycemic Index
137.76
Glycemic Load
43.36
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
34.418260615805%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:578.55kcal
28.93%
Fat:13.28g
20.42%
Saturated Fat:3.88g
24.22%
Carbohydrates:66.55g
22.18%
Net Carbohydrates:58.72g
21.35%
Sugar:5.39g
5.98%
Cholesterol:173.92mg
57.97%
Sodium:255.57mg
11.11%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:49.64g
99.27%
Selenium:87.88µg
125.54%
Folate:260.07µg
65.02%
Phosphorus:593.18mg
59.32%
Vitamin B6:1.1mg
55.12%
Vitamin B3:10.49mg
52.45%
Vitamin B12:2.91µg
48.45%
Potassium:1620.67mg
46.3%
Manganese:0.89mg
44.52%
Vitamin D:5.71µg
38.07%
Vitamin B1:0.54mg
36.17%
Magnesium:140.41mg
35.1%
Iron:5.86mg
32.56%
Fiber:7.83g
31.31%
Copper:0.58mg
28.78%
Vitamin B2:0.41mg
24.17%
Vitamin B5:2.25mg
22.46%
Zinc:2.61mg
17.42%
Vitamin C:11.79mg
14.29%
Calcium:137.6mg
13.76%
Vitamin E:1.88mg
12.52%
Vitamin K:10.19µg
9.7%
Vitamin A:206.31IU
4.13%