Description
Delectable Fried Cod Fish Sandwich brings crispy coastal flavors to your kitchen, promising a delightful meal. Golden-battered cod nestled between perfectly toasted bread delivers a mouthwatering experience you won’t forget.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients (Fish and Batter):
- 4 cod fillets (6 ounces each)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1 cup cold club soda
- 1 cup vegetable oil
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Sandwich Components:
- 4 sandwich buns (brioche or Kaiser rolls)
- 1/4 cup tartar sauce
- 1 cup shredded lettuce or mixed greens
- 4 slices tomato
- 4 slices pickles
- Lemon wedges
Homemade Tartar Sauce:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon pickle relish
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Concoct a zesty tartar sauce by blending mayonnaise, pickle relish, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Refrigerate until serving time.
- Craft a light, crispy batter by whisking flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper in a medium bowl. Gradually incorporate cold club soda, mixing until achieving a smooth, pancake-like consistency.
- Ignite vegetable oil in a large skillet to 350F (175C). Test oil readiness by dropping a small batter dollop – it should instantly sizzle and float.
- Meticulously pat cod fillets dry to enhance batter adhesion. Completely submerge each fillet in the prepared batter. Gently slide into scalding oil, frying 3-4 minutes per side until achieving a golden, crisp exterior and reaching an internal temperature of 145F/63C.
- Transfer fried fillets onto paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil.
- Simultaneously toast sandwich buns in a skillet or toaster for enhanced textural complexity.
- Construct sandwiches by spreading tartar sauce on bottom bun. Layer with shredded lettuce, tomato slice, and optional extras like pickles or coleslaw.
- Crown with crispy cod fillet and cap with top bun. Serve immediately alongside lemon wedges for a citrusy punch, accompanied by fries or coleslaw.
Notes
- Keep fish fillets uniformly thick for even cooking, preventing undercooked or overcooked sections.
- Pat cod completely dry before battering to ensure maximum crispiness and prevent oil splattering.
- Test oil temperature accurately using a digital thermometer for perfectly crisp exterior without burning.
- Gluten-free alternative: Replace wheat flour with rice flour or gluten-free blend for celiac-friendly version.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 590 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 950 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 47 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg