Cultured Palate: International Dishes from England
| January 17, 2018
Fish and Chips
Fish and chips may seem completely English in origin, but in fact it was Jewish immigrants who brought fried fish to England in the late 17th century. The first fish and chip shop opened in 1860 in London, and by 1910, there were over 25,000 “chippies” open across the country.
If you’re buying this dish from a dedicated fish and chip shop, you’ll probably receive your meal wrapped in newsprint. If you’re getting it at a restaurant or pub, expect it to be laid out on a plate with a side of mushy peas. Traditionally, fried cod or haddock is used, but depending on the region, you may find plaice, whiting, or pollock as well.
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