Baltic Foodie :
EN. Recipe:
Fish:
Halibut fillet, lightly salted and chilled in the refrigerator to firm up before frying.
Batter:
50% wheat flour, 50% rice flour, a bit of baking powder, a splash of vodka, and cold beer. Mix well and refrigerate the batter — keeping it cold is key to that ultra-crispy crust.
Fries:
Triple-cooked for the ultimate crunch and soft interior.
1️⃣ Boil the potatoes with salt and a dash of vinegar until the inside softens.
2️⃣ Cool them down, then fry at 180°C until they start to change color.
3️⃣ Cool again and fry a final time until golden brown and crispy.
Tartare Sauce:
Finely chop and blend onions, capers, pickles, parsley, and dill. Season with salt and pepper, then mix with mayonnaise, a touch of mustard, and lemon juice. Chill in the fridge to let it thicken and develop texture.
Pea Purée:
Blanch the peas, then cool them quickly. Blend with mint leaves, a cube of butter, a spoon of olive oil, a pinch of sugar, salt, pepper, lemon juice, and a splash of cream. Strain through a fine sieve for a smooth, velvety consistency.
Vinegar Dressing for Fries:
Mix 2 parts white wine vinegar, 1 part apple cider vinegar, 1 part lemon juice, ½ part water, a pinch of sugar or a drop of honey, and a sprig of dill. Pour into a bottle and let infuse for at least 1 hour.
Crispy Fish Skin:
Lay the fish skin flat on baking paper, drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt, press it down, and bake at 200°C for 20 minutes until crisp.
Frying:
Dip the chilled fish in the cold batter and fry in oil at 180°C for 3–5 minutes (depending on thickness) until golden and crispy. Finish the fries with their final fry right before serving.
Result:
Golden, crispy fish with a juicy, tender inside — served with triple-cooked fries, smooth pea purée, and a refreshing tartare sauce. A dish so good, the first three bites leave you speechless 😋🔥
2025-11-02 07:42:48