Description
Crispy Fish Sandwiches at Home feature golden, breaded white fish fillets tucked into soft buns with cheese and tartar sauce. This easy homemade version delivers satisfying crunch and flavor in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 4 white fish fillets (cod or haddock, about 150 g each)
- 1 cup (120 g) all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup (60 g) Panko breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 4 hamburger buns
- 4 slices American cheese
- 1 cup (240 ml) tartar sauce
- About 2 cups (480 ml) vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
- Set up a dredging station with three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs.
- Dredge each fish fillet in flour, dip in egg, and press into breadcrumbs to coat evenly.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. Test with a breadcrumb—if it sizzles, the oil is ready.
- Carefully place the breaded fish in the hot oil and fry for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Do not overcrowd the pan.
- Transfer the cooked fish to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Toast the hamburger buns if desired. Assemble sandwiches with one fish fillet, a slice of cheese, and tartar sauce on each bun. Top with the other half of the bun and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use cod, haddock, or other firm white fish like pollock.
- For extra flavor, add paprika or onion powder to the breadcrumbs.
- Fish can also be baked at 425°F (220°C) for a lighter version.
- Reheat leftovers in an oven or air fryer to maintain crispiness.
- To make it spicier, add chili powder or cayenne to the coating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
