Description
Crispy cod fish sandwich delivers a mouthwatering coastal melody with golden-brown fillets nestled between pillowy bread. Delicate yet robust flavors dance together, promising a satisfying meal you’ll savor down to the last delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cod fillets
- 2 sandwich rolls
- 2 large eggs
Coating Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Seasoning and Condiments:
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Garnish:
- Lettuce leaves
- 1 tomato, sliced
Cooking Ingredient:
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Generously season cod fillets with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder, ensuring even coverage on both sides.
- Create three separate coating stations: first with seasoned flour and cornmeal blend, second with whisked eggs, third with breadcrumbs.
- Carefully dredge each fillet through the flour mixture, shaking off excess, then dip into beaten eggs, allowing drips to fall.
- Thoroughly coat the egg-covered fillet in breadcrumbs, pressing gently to help crumbs adhere completely.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet to 350°F, maintaining a consistent medium temperature for even cooking.
- Gently lower breaded cod fillets into hot oil, frying for 3-4 minutes per side until exterior turns golden brown and crispy.
- While fish cooks, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and fresh lemon juice to create a tangy, creamy sauce.
- Lightly toast sandwich rolls until edges are crisp and golden, creating a sturdy base for the sandwich.
- Spread prepared sauce generously on bottom half of toasted roll, creating a flavorful foundation.
- Transfer crispy fried cod fillet onto sauced roll, then layer with crisp lettuce and ripe tomato slice.
- Crown with top roll, slice diagonally, and serve immediately while fish remains hot and crunchy.
Notes
- Select thick, fresh cod fillets for the best texture and flavor, ensuring they are pat-dry before seasoning to achieve maximum crispiness.
- Use a neutral oil with a high smoke point like vegetable or canola oil for frying, maintaining an ideal temperature around 375°F to prevent soggy results.
- Customize the breading by adding herbs like dried parsley or Old Bay seasoning to the breadcrumb mixture for extra depth and complexity.
- Swap wheat flour with gluten-free alternatives like almond or rice flour to make the recipe suitable for those with gluten sensitivities, maintaining the same crispy coating technique.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 160 mg