Fish Sandwich-fresh Hand Battered Recipe
Freshly battered fish served on a sandwich.
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Ingredients
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Fish Batter
Sandwich Assembly
Method
Fish Batter Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Batter
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all dry ingredients are evenly distributed.
- 2
Add Water
Slowly add the cold water to the dry mixture, whisking continuously until you achieve a smooth, thick batter. Let it sit for about 10 minutes.
Fish Frying
- 3
Heat Oil
In a deep skillet or frying pan, heat enough oil (about 2 inches deep) over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 4
Batter the Fish
Take each fish fillet and dip it into the batter, ensuring it's fully coated.
- 5
Fry the Fish
Carefully place the battered fish fillets into the hot oil, frying in batches if necessary. Fry for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
- 6
Drain
Once cooked, remove the fish from the oil and place it on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Sandwich Assembly
- 7
Prepare the Buns
Toast the sandwich buns lightly on a skillet or in a toaster.
- 8
Assemble the Sandwich
On the bottom half of each bun, place a lettuce leaf, followed by a piece of the fried fish, a slice of tomato, and a generous dollop of tartar sauce.
- 9
Top and Serve
Place the top half of the bun over the sandwich. Serve with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the fish.