Description
Delightful crispy fried cod fish sandwich promises ultimate seafood satisfaction for sandwich enthusiasts. Crunchy golden coating and tangy remoulade sauce elevate this classic British-inspired meal that you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cod fillets (4–6 oz / 113–170 g each)
- 1 cup buttermilk (or 1 cup milk + 1 tbsp lemon juice)
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup cornmeal
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper
- 4 brioche or sandwich buns
- 4 slices American or cheddar cheese
- ½ cup tartar sauce
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- ½ cup sliced pickles
- 1 medium tomato, sliced
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
- Moisture Preparation: Meticulously pat cod fillets dry using paper towels to eliminate excess liquid, guaranteeing ultimate crispiness.
- Flavor Infusion: Immerse fish in buttermilk for 15-20 minutes, allowing tenderizing and flavor enhancement.
- Coating Compilation: Combine flour, cornmeal, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper in a shallow dish to create a complex seasoned dredging mixture.
- Breading Station: Arrange three separate containers – seasoned flour mixture, beaten egg, and panko breadcrumbs – for systematic coating process.
- Fillet Transformation: Extract fish from buttermilk, drain excess liquid, then methodically coat in seasoned flour, dip into egg wash, and press firmly into panko breadcrumbs for maximum crunch.
- Precision Frying: Heat oil to 350F in a deep skillet, carefully submerging fillets and cooking 3-4 minutes per side until achieving golden-brown perfection and internal temperature reaches 145F.
- Oil Drainage: Transfer fried fish to paper towel-lined plate to eliminate excess oil and maintain crisp texture.
- Sandwich Assembly: Lightly toast buns, spread tartar sauce on bottom, layer with lettuce, tomato, and pickles, place crispy cod fillet, optionally add cheese, and crown with top bun.
- Serving Recommendation: Present immediately to preserve optimal crispiness and flavor profile.
Notes
- Manage Moisture Carefully: Pat cod fillets completely dry before coating to prevent soggy breading and ensure maximum crispiness.
- Optimize Marination Time: Soak fish in buttermilk for exactly 15-20 minutes to tenderize meat and build subtle flavor without making fish mushy.
- Control Oil Temperature Precisely: Maintain consistent 350F oil heat for even golden-brown crust and prevent fish from absorbing excess grease.
- Customize Dietary Needs: Swap wheat flour with gluten-free alternatives like rice flour or almond meal for celiac or gluten-sensitive individuals, and use whole wheat breadcrumbs for added nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 65 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg