Description
Cod lovers rejoice with this irresistible crispy fried cod sandwich that brings salty ocean flavors to your plate. Perfectly golden, crunchy batter and fresh fish create a mouthwatering lunch you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 4 cod fillets (about 6 ounces / 170 grams each)
Seasonings:
- Salt, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Carefully blot cod fillets with paper towels to remove excess moisture, ensuring a crisp coating.
- Season fish thoroughly with salt, pepper, and paprika on both sides for enhanced flavor profile.
- Create a breading station by coating each fillet completely in flour, gently shaking off surplus powder.
- Submerge floured fillets into beaten eggs, allowing complete egg coverage for optimal breadcrumb adhesion.
- Roll the egg-coated fillets in panko breadcrumbs, firmly pressing to create a uniform, textured exterior.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet to precisely 350F, maintaining consistent temperature for perfect frying.
- Carefully lower breaded cod into hot oil, cooking each batch 3-4 minutes until achieving a rich golden-brown color.
- Transfer fried fillets onto paper towels, allowing excess oil to drain and maintaining crispy texture.
- Lightly toast sandwich buns to provide a warm, slightly crunchy foundation.
- Spread thick tartar sauce across bottom bun for a creamy, tangy base.
- Layer sandwich with fresh lettuce, crispy cod fillet, juicy tomato slice, and zesty pickles.
- Finish by drizzling fresh lemon juice over fish and crowning with top bun.
Notes
- Choose fresh, high-quality cod for the best flavor and texture in your sandwich.
- Pat the fish completely dry before seasoning to ensure a crispy, golden-brown coating that sticks perfectly.
- Use a thermometer to maintain consistent oil temperature, preventing soggy or greasy breading.
- For a gluten-free version, swap wheat flour with rice flour and use gluten-free breadcrumbs or crushed cornflakes.
- Add extra crunch by mixing finely chopped herbs or spices into the panko breadcrumbs for a flavor boost.
- Keep fried fish warm in a low-temperature oven while preparing additional batches to maintain crispiness.
- Experiment with alternative sauces like sriracha mayo or chipotle aioli for a unique twist on traditional tartar sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 3 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 0 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg