Description

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.

Ingredients

Scale

4 cod fillets (about 4–6 oz each)

1 cup buttermilk

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

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 cod fillets dry with paper towels.
Place cod in a shallow dish and pour buttermilk over it. Soak for 30 minutes in the fridge.
In a bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Remove cod from buttermilk and dredge in the flour mixture until fully coated.
Heat oil in a skillet or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C).
Fry cod fillets for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and crisp. Drain on a wire rack.
Butter and toast buns in a skillet or broiler.
Spread tartar sauce on bottom buns. Add fried cod, lettuce, tomato, red onion, and pickles. Top with bun lids and serve.