Description
Irresistible “crispy fried cod fish sandwich” promises a delightful culinary adventure with golden-battered seafood nestled between pillowy bread. Crunchy exterior and tender fish will transport you to coastal comfort, delivering pure satisfaction in every memorable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 4 cod fillets (about 4–6 ounces / 113–170 grams each)
Fish Coating Ingredients:
- 1 cup buttermilk (or 1 cup milk + 1 tablespoon lemon juice)
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cornmeal
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
Seasoning and Spices:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
Sandwich Assembly:
- 4 brioche or sandwich buns
- ½ cup tartar sauce
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- ½ cup sliced pickles
- 1 medium tomato, sliced
- 4 slices American or cheddar cheese
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
- Thoroughly blot cod fillets with paper towels to remove excess moisture, ensuring a crisp coating.
- Submerge fish in buttermilk, allowing it to marinate for 15-20 minutes to enhance tenderness and infuse subtle flavor.
- Create a seasoned dredging mixture by combining flour, cornmeal, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper in a shallow container.
- Prepare a separate bowl with beaten egg for coating.
- Pour panko breadcrumbs into a third dish for final crispy layer.
- Carefully lift each cod fillet from buttermilk, letting excess liquid drip away.
- Completely coat fillets in seasoned flour mixture, ensuring full coverage.
- Dunk coated fish into beaten egg, then press firmly into panko breadcrumbs for a crunchy exterior.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet to 350F, maintaining a consistent temperature for even frying.
- Gently lower fillets into hot oil, cooking 3-4 minutes per side until achieving a golden, crisp texture and internal temperature reaches 145F.
- Transfer fried fish to paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil.
- Lightly toast buns in a dry skillet to enhance their flavor and texture.
- Spread tartar sauce on bottom bun for a creamy base.
- Layer fresh lettuce, ripe tomato slices, and tangy pickles.
- Place crispy cod fillet on prepared base, optionally adding a slice of cheese.
- Crown with top bun and serve immediately for maximum crispiness.
Notes
- Control moisture by thoroughly patting cod fillets dry, preventing soggy breading during frying.
- Soak fish in buttermilk to enhance tenderness and introduce subtle tangy undertones that complement the crispy exterior.
- Customize breading spice levels by adjusting cayenne pepper for mild or bold heat preferences, allowing personalized flavor intensity.
- Consider gluten-free alternatives by substituting regular flour with rice flour or gluten-free all-purpose blend for those with dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 720
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 66g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 80mg