Crispy Fish Sandwich Recipe
Hand-battered crispy fried cod, cheddar, lettuce, tomato & tartar sauce
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Ingredients
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Fish and Battering
Sandwich Assembly
Method
Preparing the Fish
- 1
Prepare the Batter
In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Whisk together until well combined.
- 2
Mix Wet Ingredients
In another bowl, beat the egg and add the cold beer or sparkling water. Mix gently until just combined.
- 3
Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring until just mixed (lumps are okay). Do not overmix.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large frying pan or pot, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Batter the Fish
Dip the cod fillets into the batter, allowing excess to drip off.
- 6
Fry the Fish
Carefully place the battered cod fillets in the hot oil. Fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
Assembling the Sandwich
- 7
Prepare the Buns
Toast the hamburger buns in a toaster or on a grill until golden brown.
- 8
Add Toppings
On the bottom half of each toasted bun, place a leaf of lettuce, a slice of fried cod, a slice of cheddar cheese, and a slice of tomato (sliced into rounds).
- 9
Finish with Sauce
Spread a generous amount of tartar sauce on the top half of the bun.
- 10
Assemble the Sandwich
Close the sandwich with the top half of the bun. Serve immediately with additional tartar sauce on the side if desired.