Homemade Filet-o-Fish Copycat
This homemade filet o fish sandwich is better than the McDonald's classic! Flaky fish is fried golden brown then topped with tartar sauce and a slice of cheese.
Servings: 3
Ingredients
Fish Filet
- 400 g white fish fillets , I used cod
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1 egg , beaten
- salt and pepper , to taste
- vegetable oil , for frying
Tartar Sauce
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1-2 Tablespoons pickles , finely chopped
- 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon mustard
- salt and pepper
For Assembly
- 3 hamburger buns , sesame seed or brioche
- 3 American cheese slices
- lettuce leaves
Instructions
Make the Tartar Sauce
- In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise, pickles, lemon juice, and mustard.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste then place in the refrigerator to chill.
Prepare Fish
- Cut the fish fillets into portions (if needed), pat dry and season with salt and pepper. Dredge each piece in flour, dip in the beaten egg, and then coat in breadcrumbs.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry each fillet for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden and crisp. Drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
Assemble
- Lightly toast the buns. On the bottom half, place a fish fillet, spoon on tartar sauce, add a slice of cheddar cheese (optional), and a lettuce leaf. Top with the other half of the bun.
- Enjoy your homemade Fish-O-Fillet sandwich while the fish is still warm and crispy.