Tilapia Fish and Chips

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons double-acting baking powder 
• 0.5 cup buttermilk 
• 4 servings canola oil for frying
• 0.3 teaspoon cayenne pepper 
• 0.8 cup club soda 
• 2 cups flour all-purpose for dredging
• 2 tablespoons malt vinegar 
• 3 tablespoons olive oil 
• 1 teaspoon paprika 
• 4  russet potatoes washed
• 4 servings salt and pepper black freshly ground
• 4 servings tartar sauce for serving
• 4 fillet tilapia cut in half lengthwise

Equipment

• bowl
• baking sheet
• paper towels
• oven
• whisk
• pot

Directions

1. Watch how to make this recipe.
2. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
3. Slice the potatoes into 1/2-inch thick wedges.
4. Place in large bowl with olive oil, vinegar salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper. Toss to coat.
5. Transfer to a baking sheet and bake for 30 minutes until potatoes are crisp and tender on the inside.
6. In a large pot or fryer heat canola oil to 350 degrees F.
7. In a large bowl combine baking powder, cayenne, paprika, and 2 cups flour. Season with salt and pepper.
8. Whisk in buttermilk and club soda. Dredge the tilapia in the remaining 1/2 cup flour then dip into batter. Carefully drop into the hot oil. Fry in batches for 5 minutes until golden brown and remove to a plate lined with paper towels.
9. Serve with fries and a side of tartar sauce.