Crispy Filet O Fish (Print)
Crispy panko-breaded white fish with melty cheese and tangy tartar sauce on a toasted potato bun - better than the drive-thru!
# Ingredients:
→ Breading
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2 large eggs
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60 ml all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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Kosher salt, to taste
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
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120 grams panko breadcrumbs
→ Fish
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2 boneless, skinless white fish fillets (225 grams each), such as cod or tilapia, halved crosswise
→ Frying
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Peanut oil or vegetable oil, for frying
→ Assembly
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4 potato buns, lightly toasted
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4 slices American cheese
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Tartar sauce, for serving
# Directions:
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In a shallow bowl, vigorously whisk eggs with flour, garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper until smooth. Pour panko breadcrumbs into a separate shallow bowl.
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Pat fish fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides evenly with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
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Dip each piece of seasoned fish into the egg-flour mixture, coating thoroughly. Transfer immediately to panko breadcrumbs, gently pressing to ensure an even, firm coating.
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Pour oil into a heavy skillet to a 6 mm depth. Heat over medium until shimmering and a breadcrumb sizzles when dropped in.
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Fry breaded fish fillets in batches, turning once halfway, until golden brown and cooked through, about 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove and drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt while hot.
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Place a slice of American cheese on the bottom half of each toasted potato bun. Arrange a hot fried fish fillet on top, followed by a generous spoonful of tartar sauce. Close each sandwich with the top bun and serve immediately, offering extra tartar sauce on the side.
# Notes:
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This homemade version replicates the famous fast-food fish sandwich with fresher ingredients and better quality fish.