Indulge in a crispy and flavorful culinary journey with our hot and crispy fish sandwich recipes. This seafood delight is a perfect blend of textures and tastes, featuring a flaky fish fillet enveloped in a golden-brown and irresistibly crispy coating. Served on a soft bun with a variety of toppings, this sandwich promises a satisfying meal that will tantalize your taste buds. Explore our diverse collection of recipes, each offering unique variations on this classic dish. From classic tartar sauce and crisp lettuce to tangy coleslaw and zesty pickles, discover the perfect combination of flavors to elevate your fish sandwich to the next level. Dive into the world of crispy fish sandwiches and embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you craving for more.
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FISH SANDWICH
This fish sandwich is a deliciously hot and crispy favorite, piled high with a tangy and spicy slaw for kick, plus briny pickle slices!
Provided by Ingrid Beer
Categories Entree
Time 46m
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- Begin by gathering and prepping all of the fish sandwich ingredients according to the ingredients list above to have organized and ready for use.
- To prepare your fish, place the cod fillets into a large bowl and add in a couple of good pinches of salt and pepper, plus the paprika, granulated garlic and onion, cayenne, lemon zest and juice, and toss to coat the fish. Marinate for 10-20 minutes.
- While the fish marinates, gather and prep all of your spicy slaw ingredients according to the ingredients list above to have organized and ready for use.
- To prepare the spicy slaw dressing, in a bowl combine the mayo, garlic, sea salt (about ¼ teaspoon), a couple of pinches of black pepper, the dill, cayenne, mustard and pickle juice, and whisk to blend and thoroughly combine. Reserve 1/2 cup of this dressing to spread on the buns before assembling the sandwiches.
- Place the coleslaw mix-the shredded cabbages and carrots-into a large bowl, and add as much of the slaw dressing to the mix as desired (you may end up using all of it), thoroughly mixing the dressing into the slaw to combine. Keep cold in the fridge until ready to use.
- To bread your fish fillets, prepare your breading station by adding the flour to a medium-large bowl, next add the eggs into another bowl and whisk to blend, then add the panko to another medium-large bowl, and season with a pinch of salt and pepper (even cayenne, if desired).
- Dip each cod fillet into the flour, next into the whisked eggs, followed by a firm press into the panko breadcrumbs until well-coated. Place the breaded fillets onto a plate or platter. Repeat with remaining fillets.
- Once all are coated, heat enough peanut oil (or other high-heat oil) in a cast iron skillet or heavy bottom skillet to shallow fry (about an 1" worth), and slowly heat the oil until shimmery and hot. Add the fish fillets (working in batches of two, if necessary) into the hot oil, and fry for 3-4 minutes per side, until cooked through and deeply golden-brown. Drain on a paper towel-lined wire rack. Repeat with any remaining fish fillets.
- To assemble your fish sandwiches, spread a small amount of the reserved slaw dressing/sauce onto both top and bottom buns, then add a few pickle slices (or pickle "chips") to the bottom bun. Now place a fried fish fillet over the pickles, top with a generous amount of spicy slaw, and cover with the top bun.
- Serve hot with fries or thick-cut potato chips.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 736 calories (per fish sandwich)
CRISPY FRIED FISH SANDWICHES
Steps:
- Stir together all ingredients. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Allow the fish to come to room temperature for about 30 minutes. Pat dry and season on both sides with salt and pepper, to taste.
- In a shallow dish, whisk together flour, cornmeal and baking powder. In a separate shallow dish, whisk together the egg and buttermilk.
- Pour the oil to a depth of 2 ½ inches in a Dutch oven or other heavy-bottomed pot. Heat the oil over medium-high heat to a temperature of about 375 degrees F.
- Dip each piece of fish in the egg mixture first, gently shaking off the excess, and then into the flour mixture to coat. Shake off any extra coating. Place the battered fish on a wire rack.
- Working in batches, if necessary, carefully place the fish in the hot oil. Cook until golden brown, about 4 minutes. Gently turn and cook until golden on the other side, about 3 more minutes. Remove from the oil and drain on a paper-towel lined tray. Lightly salt the fillets as soon as they come out of the oil.
- Place the first batch of fish in a 200 degree F oven to keep warm while you cook the second batch.
- Serve on buttered, toasted rolls with lettuce, tomato and tartar sauce.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 fillet, Calories 271 kcal, Carbohydrate 22 g, Protein 35 g, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 117 mg, Sodium 141 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g
FRIED FISH SANDWICH
Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 sandwiches
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- Fill a Dutch oven halfway full with oil and heat to 350 degrees F.
- Add the cornmeal, flour, baking powder and salt and whisk to combine in a large bowl. Whisk in the beer, being sure to remove any lumps. Stir in the hot sauce.
- Sprinkle the fillets with salt and pepper. Dip each fillet in the beer batter and add to the fryer, one at a time. Fry until brown and crispy, 3 to 4 minutes, flipping halfway through. Transfer the fillets to a wire rack on a baking sheet and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Repeat with the remaining fillets.
- Spread the Lemon Tarragon Tartar Sauce on the bottoms and tops of the rolls. Add the fillets and top with some lettuce and the cheese slices, if using. Serve with lemon wedges.
- Fold together the mayonnaise, pickles, scallions, capers, tarragon, mustard, lemon zest, lemon juice in a bowl and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Adjust the seasoning to taste. Cover the bowl and refrigerate until ready to serve, about 20 minutes.
CRISPY FISH SANDWICH
This recipe has all the makings for your new favorite classic fish sandwich: Crispy fried white flounder fillets enveloped in two thick slices of white bread, piled high with iceberg lettuce, pickles, onions, and of course, potato chips.
Provided by Molly Baz
Categories Sandwich Onion Pickles Mayonnaise Dill Lemon Egg Breadcrumbs Fish Lettuce Bread Summer Spring Kid-Friendly Small Plates
Yield Makes 4
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Combine onion, pickles, and pickle brine in a small bowl.
- Mix mayonnaise, dill, hot sauce, pepper, 2 tsp. lemon juice, and 1/2 tsp. salt in another small bowl.
- Place eggs, panko, and flour in 3 separate shallow medium bowls. Season each fish fillet with 1/2 tsp. salt. Working one at a time, dredge fish in flour, shaking off excess. Coat evenly with egg, allowing excess to drip back into bowl. Coat with panko, pressing to adhere. Transfer fish to a plate.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium. Cook fish until breading is golden brown and cooked through, 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer fish to a paper towel-lined plate. Season fillets with 1/2 tsp. salt total.
- Spread 1 heaping Tbsp. mayonnaise mixture on one side of each slice of bread. Pile each bottom slice with 3/4 cup lettuce, 1 fish fillet, a small handful of potato chips, and 1/4 cup onion mixture. Close sandwich with second slice of bread, mayo side down, and push down lightly to crush potato chips. Transfer to a platter. Repeat with remaining sandwiches. Serve with lemon wedges and more potato chips alongside.
- Do Ahead: Pickled onions and dill sauce can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.
FRIED FISH SANDWICH
This fried fish sandwich doesn't stray far from the classic fast-food staple: breaded fish, a soft bun, a slice of cheese and tangy tartar sauce. The best part is you can put it together in just about the amount of time it would take to stand in line and order it at the counter. Capers, shallots and fresh dill make this tartar sauce feel a little fancy, but a splash of soy sauce adds the umami that takes it to a very familiar place. Flounder is an affordable choice for the recipe, but if you can't find it, substitute with sole or any mild flat fish.
Provided by Sue Li
Categories dinner, easy, lunch, sandwiches, seafood, main course
Time 20m
Yield 4 sandwiches
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Prepare the tartar sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, pickles and pickle brine, shallot, dill, capers and soy sauce. Season with salt to taste and set aside. (Makes 3/4 cup.)
- Prepare the fried fish: Heat oil in a large, straight-sided skillet over medium. Place flour, eggs and panko in 3 separate medium shallow bowls. Season flounder on both sides with salt and dredge in flour, dusting off excess, then transfer to egg wash, allow excess to drip off, then coat with panko.
- Working in batches, fry about 4 breaded fillets at a time until golden brown and cooked through, about 1 1/2 minutes per side. Transfer to a wire rack and season with salt. Repeat with remaining fish.
- Assemble the sandwiches: Spread tartar sauce on both sides of each bun. Place 1 piece of fried fish on each bottom bun, then add a slice of cheese on top and another piece of fish on the cheese. The residual heat from the fish will help melt the cheese. Sandwich together and serve immediately.
Tips:
- Use a sturdy type of fish, such as cod, tilapia, or halibut, that will hold up well to frying.
- For a crispy coating, use a combination of flour, cornmeal, and bread crumbs.
- Season the fish fillets generously with salt and pepper before frying.
- Heat the oil to a high temperature before frying the fish. This will help to create a crispy crust.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when frying the fish. This will cause the oil temperature to drop and the fish will not cook evenly.
- Serve the fish sandwich immediately on toasted buns with your favorite toppings.
Conclusion:
This hot and crispy fish sandwich recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. The combination of crispy fish, tangy tartar sauce, and soft bun is sure to please everyone at the table. With a few simple tips, you can make a fish sandwich that is even better than the ones you get at your favorite restaurant. So next time you're craving a fish sandwich, give this recipe a try!
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