We were out celebrating the other day at a local restaurant, when I decided to try their Beer Batter Cod which is served with French fries and Cole Slaw. I rarely eat fried foods, so that was a change for me.
Taste Testing the Beer Batter Cod
The cod fish fingers were light and the batter crust was crispy. The hand cut fries were thin and the restaurant gave your a large serving size. The cabbage for the Cole Slaw was cut into chunks and not thinly sliced. The meal came with a side cup of catsup and tarter sauce.
I enjoyed the meal, but did not finish all the French fries, just too many. It occurred to me, that this meal was somewhat like the classic British fish n’ chips meal.
Historical Facts of Fish and Chips
So, I decided to look into the classic fish and chips hot meal. Fish n’ Chips originated in England. The first fish n’ chips shops first appears in the 1860s. During the First World War and again in the Second World War, the British government safeguarded the supply of fish and chips. This was one of the few foods in the UK that was not subject to rationing during the war time. Fish and Chips became of choice meal among the working classes in England since fresh fish were available could be rapidly transported to the cities.
Long ago, British fish and chips were originally wrapped in old newspapers to soak up the grease. This practice is now largely replaced by plain paper, cardboard, or plastic being used instead.
My research shows that British French fries or chips are often sliced thicker than American fries. Their fish and chips are, also served with a wedge of fresh lemon.
Ending Notes on Beer Batter Cod
So enjoyed my meal of Beer Batter Cod fish but thinking next time I might order something different.
At the table next to us a lady feasted on a lobster roll with an ear of roasted corn. Somehow that looked better than my meal.
I guess we always want what we don’t order.
Good Day to All and Make Farmhouse Magic Blog your Happy Read!
Resource Site: Wikipedia