Fish and Chips

Name: Fish and Chips
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: Ingredients; Fish; 4 white fish fillets (such as cod or haddock); 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup cornstarch; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1 cup cold sparkling water (or beer for beer batter); Vegetable oil (for frying); Lemon wedges (for serving); Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish); Chips (Fries); 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and cut into thick strips; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; Salt, to taste