Crispy Fried Cod Sandwich Recipe
This crispy fried cod sandwich is a satisfying combination of golden fried cod, creamy tartar sauce, and fresh toppings layered inside a toasted bun. It’s the perfect balance of textures and flavors—crispy, creamy, juicy, and savory all in one bite. A delicious homemade upgrade to your favorite fish sandwich.
- Prep Time: 35 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 sandwiches
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
Cod Fillets:
- 4 cod fillets (about 4–6 oz each)
Buttermilk Marinade:
- 1 cup buttermilk
Coating:
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Additional:
- Vegetable oil for frying
- 4 brioche or pretzel buns
- 1/2 cup tartar sauce
- 4 lettuce leaves
- 1 large tomato, sliced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- Pickle slices
- Butter (for toasting buns)
Instructions
- Pat dry: Pat cod fillets dry with paper towels.
- Marinate: Place cod in a shallow dish and pour buttermilk over it. Soak for 30 minutes in the fridge.
- Prepare coating: In a bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Coat cod: Remove cod from buttermilk and dredge in the flour mixture until fully coated.
- Fry: Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) and fry cod for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and crisp. Drain on a wire rack.
- Toast buns: Butter and toast buns in a skillet or broiler.
- Assemble: Spread tartar sauce on bottom buns. Add fried cod, lettuce, tomato, red onion, and pickles. Top with bun lids and serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: Approximately 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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