Incredible Fried Fish Sandwich Recipe

fish fillets

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while canned tuna is often more affordable.

sandwich buns

🥗Healthier: whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: white bread

Whole grain bread offers more fiber, while white bread is typically less expensive.

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: avocado

💰Cheaper: yogurt

Avocado adds creaminess with healthy fats, while yogurt is a budget-friendly alternative.

cabbage

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: lettuce

Spinach is nutrient-dense, while lettuce is often cheaper and provides crunch.

Prepare stale bread by ripping it into pieces and placing it in a food processor.

Zest half a lemon and add it to the food processor along with a handful of dill.

Blend the stale bread with lemon zest and dill to create flavored breadcrumbs.

Cut cod fish fillets into finger-sized pieces.

Season the fish with salt and black pepper.

Set up a breading station with bowls of flour, beaten eggs, and the flavored breadcrumbs.

Dust the seasoned fish pieces in flour, shaking off the excess.

Dip the floured fish into the beaten eggs, ensuring they are fully coated.

Coat the fish in the flavored breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.

Heat oil in a skillet for shallow frying until hot.

Lower the breaded fish fingers into the hot oil, cooking for a couple of minutes on each side until golden brown.

Remove the cooked fish fingers and drain on kitchen roll.

Prepare tartar sauce by mixing mayonnaise with chopped capers, chopped gherkins, dill, and lemon juice.

Assemble the sandwich with slices of fresh bread, plenty of tartar sauce, and crisp salad greens.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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