Fried Cod Fish Sandwich (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Fish

01 - 24 ounces of white fish like cod or similar
02 - Season with black pepper and salt

→ Dry Mix

03 - 1 cup plain flour
04 - ½ tablespoon of Old Bay

→ Batter for Dredging

05 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
06 - 1 tablespoon of Old Bay seasoning
07 - ½ tablespoon paprika
08 - 1 teaspoon turmeric
09 - ½ teaspoon of white pepper
10 - ½ teaspoon of baking powder
11 - 1 large egg
12 - 1 cup fizzy water
13 - Salt and pepper for taste

→ Tartar Mix

14 - ½ cup mayo
15 - 3 tablespoons chopped dill pickles
16 - 1 tablespoon diced capers
17 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
18 - 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
19 - 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
20 - Salt and black pepper as needed

→ Frying & Serving

21 - 2 quarts neutral oil like peanut oil
22 - 4 bakery-style buns
23 - 2 slices cheddar, halved

# Instructions:

01 - Warm your frying oil in a sturdy pot to hold steady at 375°F.
02 - In a bowl, mix mayo, parsley, pickles, lemon juice, Dijon, and capers. Add salt and pepper last.
03 - Cut fish fillets to fit buns, roughly 4-6 oz each. Lightly season, then rest on a wire rack over a pan.
04 - In one bowl, mix flour and Old Bay for a dry coat. In another, whisk flour, egg, sparkling water, and added spices for a thin batter.
05 - Dip fish pieces in dry flour first, then dunk into the batter. Let excess drip off before frying.
06 - Cook each fish piece until it's a crispy golden brown, about 2-3 minutes on each side. Set on a wire rack to cool slightly.
07 - Hold buns over steaming water for about 10 seconds to soften.
08 - Start with a bottom bun, spread on tartar, lay on fried fish, add cheddar, and a touch more tartar. Top with the other bun.

# Notes:

01 - This dish was inspired by McDonald's Filet-O-Fish.
02 - Feel free to swap cod for pollock, haddock, or halibut.
03 - Replace sparkling water with beer for a bolder flavor.
04 - Using ready-made tartar sauce can save you time.

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