The Fish and chips.

If there is a star dish in Scotland, it is the fish and chips! This dish, based on fried fish and French fries, is a great classic of pubs and other take-away! Simple, economical and delicious, it is one of the must-try dishes to discover as a traveler. It will allow you to eat at the table or on the go, and to enjoy the best local fish!

Taste the fish and chips

Composition

Fish and chips is a rather simple junk food dish. It consists of fresh fish, dipped in a breading made of beer, milk, egg and flour, all fried in an oil bath.

Of course you can choose your fish: haddock, cod, halibut, cod, skate… The possibilities are endless and depend on the catch of the day! Whatever your choice, you will enjoy the best fish caught in Scotland: don’t forget that the country is a nation of fishermen, whose boats come and go every day, their nets full of tasty food!

Fish and chips is usually served with French fries or baked potatoes and coleslaw or mashed split peas.

The whole thing is then topped with a sauce: tartar, mayonnaise, ketchup… Or malt vinegar, a condiment very popular in Scotland!

Flavors of fish and chips

Let’s face it, fish and chips is a sure bet for lovers of fried food and fish! With its simplicity, it offers a comforting and generous dish, which will keep you going for the rest of the day!

We appreciate its mix of texture, with its crispy breading, the melting of the fish flesh, and the generosity of the fries.

Finally, the coleslaw, or the split pea puree are there to give you a good conscience in all this frying. It brings freshness and greediness: perfect for a meal!

Where to find a fish and chips

Most pubs in Scotland offering à la carte food offer fish and chips. Simple and easy to prepare, they are especially economical, and you will easily get away with it for less than 10 pounds.

Note that many take-aways and snacks will offer you the same formula, to eat on the go. You will be served wrapped in newspaper, or placed in a cardboard box for more convenience.

Again, the price is very attractive: less than 10 pounds, for a short waiting time. Beware however of the sometimes too popular take-aways: you will then be obliged to stand in line!