Fried Cod Sandwich Recipe
Wild-caught Alaskan cod, shredded lettuce, red onions and homemade tartar sauce
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Ingredients
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Fish
Tartar Sauce
Sandwich Assembly
Method
Preparing the Tartar Sauce
- 1
Mix Ingredients
In a bowl, combine 1 cup of mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons of finely chopped dill pickles, 1 tablespoon of finely chopped capers, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh dill. Mix well.
- 2
Season
Add salt and black pepper to taste. Set aside in the refrigerator to chill while you prepare the fish.
Preparing the Cod
- 3
Make the Batter
In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 1 cup of cornstarch, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of black pepper. Gradually whisk in 1 cup of cold sparkling water until smooth.
- 4
- 5
Coat the Cod
Dip each piece of wild-caught Alaskan cod fillet in the batter, ensuring it's fully coated.
- 6
Fry the Cod
Carefully place the coated cod fillets in the hot oil, frying them in batches if necessary. Fry for about 4-6 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Assembling the Sandwich
- 7
Toast the Buns
Optional: Lightly toast the brioche buns in a skillet or toaster until golden.
- 8
Layer Ingredients
On the bottom half of each brioche bun, place a generous amount of shredded lettuce, a fried cod fillet, a few slices of red onion, and a dollop of the homemade tartar sauce.
- 9
Complete the Sandwich
Top with the other half of the brioche bun and serve immediately with additional tartar sauce on the side if desired.
