Description
This Copycat Filet O Fish recipe delivers the classic flavors of the McDonald’s favorite right at home. Crispy, golden-brown cod fillets are nestled in soft buns with melty American cheese and a tangy homemade tartar sauce.
Ingredients
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- 4 cod fillets, skinless
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
- Light oil for frying
- 4 soft brioche or potato buns
- 4 slices American cheese
Tartar Sauce:
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons dill relish
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 3 teaspoons white onion, finely chopped
Instructions
- Prepare Wet Mixture: In a bowl, whisk together the egg, mayonnaise, mustard, cornstarch, flour, and ½ teaspoon of kosher salt.
- Prepare Breadcrumbs: In a food processor, pulse the panko breadcrumbs a bit to make them slightly finer. Combine the breadcrumbs with the paprika and remaining salt.
- Heat Oil: Heat about an inch of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Bread the Fish: Dredge the cod fillets in the wet mixture, then in the dry breadcrumb mixture, and set aside.
- Fry the Fish: Once all the fillets are breaded, carefully add them to the hot oil, avoiding overcrowding. Fry them for about 3-4 minutes per side, until crispy and golden brown on each side.
- Make Tartar Sauce: While the fish is frying, combine the mayonnaise, relish, sugar, and onion in a bowl.
- Drain Fish: Place the fried fish fillets on a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess grease.
- Assemble Sandwiches: To assemble the sandwiches, place a slice of American cheese on the bottom of each bun, and top with a hot cod fillet. Spoon the homemade tartar sauce on top of each sandwich and cover with the top bun.
- Serve: Serve immediately.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- You can steam your buns for a true copycat flavor if you like.
- McDonald’s only uses half a slice of cheese, so you can use half or a whole slice.
- Feel free to add pickles or lettuce if you like.
- You can use store-bought tartar sauce if you like.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
