Copycat Filet O Fish
If you're a fan of McDonald's iconic Fillet o Fish, then you're going to love this! This copycat Fillet o Fish recipe perfectly captures that beloved flavor you crave. Imagine biting into a golden, crispy fillet of perfectly seasoned cod, just like the original, but even better because it's homemade! Plus, we've included a creamy homemade tartar sauce that takes this sandwich to the next level.
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 1508kcal
Ingredients
- 4 cod filets 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
- In a bowl whisk together your egg, mayo, mustard, cornstarch and flour and ½ teaspoon of the kosher salt.
- In a food processor pulse your panko breadcrumbs a bit just to get them a little finer.
- Combine the breadcrumbs with the paprika and remaining salt.
- Heat about an inch of oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.
- Dredge the filets in the wet mixture then in the dry and set aside.
- Once all the filets are breaded add them to the oil, careful not to overcrowd.
- Fry them about 3-4 minutes per side until crispy golden brown on each side.
- Meanwhile make your tartar sauce.
- Combine the mayo, relish, sugar and onion.
- Set on a wire rack or paper towel lined plate to drain any excess grease.
- To assemble your sandwiches place a slice of cheese on the bottom of each bun and top with a hot filet.
- Spoon your homemade tartar sauce on top of each sandwich and top with the top bun.
- Serve!
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
Calories: 1508kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 178g | Fat: 62g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 30g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 474mg | Sodium: 2280mg | Potassium: 3845mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 725IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 583mg | Iron: 7mg