Fish Called Wanda Recipe
Beer battered fried cod sandwich served with lettuce, tomato and tartar sauce
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Ingredients
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Batter
Fish
Sandwich Assembly
Method
Batter Preparation
- 1
Combine Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- 2
Add Beer
Slowly pour in the beer while whisking to create a smooth batter. The batter should be thick enough to coat the back of a spoon. Set aside.
Fish Preparation
- 3
Season the Cod
Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
- 4
Heat Oil
In a deep skillet or fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Batter the Fish
Dip each seasoned cod fillet into the batter, ensuring it's fully coated.
- 6
Fry the Fish
Carefully place the battered cod fillets in the hot oil. Fry for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Sandwich Assembly
- 7
Prepare the Tomato
Slice the tomato into thin rounds.
- 8
Assemble the Sandwich
On each burger bun, place a lettuce leaf, a piece of fried cod, a slice of tomato, and a generous amount of tartar sauce on top. Place the top half of the bun to close the sandwich.
- 9
Serve
Serve the sandwiches hot with additional tartar sauce on the side, if desired.