How to make a Filet O Fish but BETTER than McDonald's and a Homemade tartare sauce to boot!

fish fillet

🥗Healthier: grilled fish

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Canned tuna is more affordable and still provides a similar flavor profile.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Processed cheese is often less expensive and melts well.

bun

🥗Healthier: whole grain bun

💰Cheaper: white sandwich bread

White bread is a cost-effective alternative, though it lacks fiber.

tartar sauce

🥗Healthier: yogurt-based sauce

💰Cheaper: mayo

Mayo is a cheaper option that can mimic the creaminess of tartar sauce.

Make tartar sauce: In a bowl, add 1/4 dessert spoon of mayonnaise.

Chop about 1 tablespoon of gherkins (cornichons) finely and add to the bowl.

Chop a small handful of capers and add to the bowl.

Add a small handful of parsley, removing the thick stalks.

Add a small pinch of dill, chopped.

Slice off about a quarter of a lemon and squeeze the juice into the mixture.

Season with a pinch of salt and pepper, then mix everything together.

Cover the tartar sauce with cling film and refrigerate.

Prepare the fish: Use cod loin, season with salt.

Set up a breading station with flour, seasoned with a little salt, and panko breadcrumbs.

Crack 2 eggs into a bowl, add a pinch of salt, and whisk.

Dust the fish with flour, dip it into the egg, and then coat it with panko breadcrumbs.

Place the breaded fish in the fridge to rest while preparing the oil.

Heat sunflower oil in a pan for shallow frying the fish, ensuring it is hot but not smoking.

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