Jun 09 2026
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Filet – O – Fish Sandwich Recipe

Inspired by The Uncommon Chandler
Time45m
Serves4

Tempura battered cod with coleslaw and tartar sauce

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Ingredients

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Fish Fillets

Coleslaw

Tartar Sauce

Sandwich Assembly

Method

Preparing the Fish

  1. 1

    Prepare the Tempura Batter

    In a mixing bowl, combine the tempura batter mix with cold water. Whisk until the batter is smooth and without lumps.

  2. 2

    Heat the Oil

    In a large pot or deep fryer, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).

  3. 3

    Batter and Fry the Cod

    Dip each cod fillet into the tempura batter, ensuring it is fully coated. Carefully place the battered cod into the hot oil and fry for about 4-5 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Making the Coleslaw

  1. 4

    Combine Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine the shredded cabbage and grated carrot.

  2. 5

    Prepare Dressing

    In a separate small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper.

  3. 6

    Mix Coleslaw

    Pour the dressing over the cabbage and carrot mixture. Toss until the vegetables are well coated. Refrigerate until ready to use.

Making Tartar Sauce

  1. 7

    Combine Sauce Ingredients

    In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, dill pickle relish, lemon juice, capers, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Assembling the Sandwich

  1. 8

    Prepare the Buns

    Slice the burger buns in half and lightly toast them if desired.

  2. 9

    Add Lettuce and Tomato

    Place a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each bun and top with a few slices of tomato.

  3. 10

    Add Fried Cod

    Place a piece of the fried cod fillet on top of the tomatoes.

  4. 11

    Top with Coleslaw and Tartar Sauce

    Spoon a generous amount of coleslaw on top of the cod fillet, followed by a dollop of tartar sauce.

  5. 12

    Complete the Sandwich

    Cover with the top half of the bun. Repeat for all sandwiches.

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