Crispy Yellowtail Sandwich Recipe
Try this crispy fried yellowtail fillet sandwich. It's layered on a soft bun with fresh greens, tangy tartar sauce, and a slice of melted cheese. This golden brown sandwich is perfect for weekend lunches and dinners.
Ingredients
- ½ pound yellowtail fillets or other thin white fish fillets, deboned
- 1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning (original flavor)
- kosher salt
- black pepper
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (you might need a little more)
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour (or rice flour for gluten-free)
- ¼ cup cooking oil
- 2 soft sesame seed buns or brioche buns
- 2-4 slices Cheddar or American cheese
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges
Instructions
- Rinse the fish under cold running water and pat dry with paper towels.
- Season both sides of the fish with Old Bay, salt, and pepper.
- Place the flour on a dinner plate, the beaten eggs in a bowl, and the panko on another plate.
- Dredge each piece of fish in the flour, shaking off any excess. Dip it into the beaten eggs and then coat the fish evenly with breadcrumbs, pressing gently to help them stick.
- Heat oil in a large heavy skillet over medium heat. Make sure the oil is hot before adding the fish.
- Place the breaded fish into the skillet. Fry for 2 or 3 minutes and then flip to cook the other side for a minute or so.
- Remove the fish from the pan and place on a plate lined with paper towels.
- Spread tartar sauce on the top and bottom buns. Layer the fish and cheese on the bun.
- Add any desired toppings, such as lettuce or sliced onions.
- Serve with lemon wedges and chips on the side.
Notes
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- Make sure to pat the fish dry before seasoning it. Yellowtail has small bones. Make sure they are cut away before cooking.
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- If you have seasoned panko breadcrumbs, make sure to mix them well before using. The seasonings tend to drop to the bottom of the bag.
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- Get the oil hot before adding oil adding the fish. Drop a bit of breadcrumbs in the oil and make sure it sizzles before adding the fish.
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- Do not crowd the frying pan. Use two pans for more fish.
Nutrition
Calories: 525kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 24gTotal Fat: 31.2gSaturated Fat: 9.9gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 147.9mgSodium: 446.8mgPotassium: 307.1mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1.1gNet Carbohydrates: 36g
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