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Crispy Fish Sandwich with Charred Jalapeño-Lime Sauce Recipe

Crispy Fish Sandwich with Charred Jalapeño-Lime Sauce Recipe

This crispy fish sandwich is a flavor-packed delight, featuring golden, crunchy fish fillets topped with a smoky charred jalapeño-lime sauce. Perfectly balanced with tangy, spicy, and fresh flavors, it's a sandwich you'll crave again and again!
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Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Calories: 216kcal
Author: Austin Carter
Servings: 4

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Blender
  • Cast Iron Skillet
  • Tongs
  • Sheet pan
  • Knife
  • Grater

Ingredients

Fried Fish

  • 480 g white fish cut into 4
  • 4 burger buns brioche is my preference
  • 750 ml frying oil canola sunflower, olive
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup self raising flour

Batter

  • 250 ml sparkling water
  • 1 cup self raising flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • Slaw
  • 1 cup wombok chopped
  • .5 cup red cabbage chopped
  • 1 carrot julienned
  • .5 red onion chopped
  • 1 handful coriander

Pickled Jalapeno Aioli

  • 10 pickled jalapenos
  • 2 egg yolks
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 clove garlic crushed
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 handful coriander
  • 2 tsp pickled juice
  • 1/4 cup olive oil

Instructions

  • Make the Aioli: Blend all aioli ingredients except the oil in a mini food processor, gradually adding oil until thickened.
  • Prepare the Slaw: Combine all chopped slaw ingredients in a bowl and mix well.
  • Mix the Batter: Whisk batter ingredients in a bowl, adjusting with sparkling water or flour to get the right consistency.
  • Heat the Oil: Preheat oil in a deep pan to about 190°C (375°F).
  • Prepare the Fish: Season fish, lightly dust with flour, then dip into the batter, letting excess drip off.
  • Fry the Fish: Gently place fish in hot oil, frying for 4–5 minutes until golden and crispy. Drain on a wire rack and season immediately.
  • Toast the Buns: Lightly toast buns to prevent sogginess.
  • Assemble the Sandwich: Spread aioli on the bun base, add crispy fish, slaw, drizzle more aioli, and top with the bun. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 216kcal | Carbohydrates: 56g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 208g | Saturated Fat: 156g | Cholesterol: 157mg | Sodium: 2677mg | Potassium: 643mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1100IU | Vitamin C: 17.5mg | Calcium: 143mg | Iron: 4.2mg