Fish Sandwich Recipe
Golden beer battered cod topped with shredded lettuce and tartar sauce, served on a toasted bun.
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Ingredients
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Fish
Tartar Sauce
Sandwich Assembly
Method
Preparing the Fish
- 1
Prepare the Battering Mixture
In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Gradually whisk in the beer until the batter is smooth and free of lumps.
- 2
Heat the Oil
In a large, deep skillet or fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 3
Batter the Cod
Dip each cod fillet into the batter, ensuring they are well coated.
- 4
Fry the Cod
Carefully place the battered cod fillets into the hot oil, frying in batches if necessary. Fry for about 4-5 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Making the Tartar Sauce
- 5
Combine Ingredients
In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, dill pickles, capers, lemon juice, and dijon mustard. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Assembling the Sandwich
- 6
Build the Sandwich
On the bottom half of each toasted bun, place a generous amount of shredded lettuce, followed by one piece of fried cod. Top with tartar sauce, and place the top half of the bun on to finish.
- 7
Serve
Serve the fish sandwiches immediately while hot, accompanied by fries or a side salad if desired.
