Fish Filet Sandwiches

Golden Fish Filet Sandwiches

Make crispy homemade fish sandwiches with tender white fish coated in seasoned cracker crumbs and pan-fried until golden. Add cheese if you like, then tuck the fish into whole wheat buns with your favorite sandwich toppings for an easy family meal.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 3/4 pound white fish, such as cod or grouper
• 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup low-fat buttermilk
• 3/4 cup crushed wheat crackers
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley
• 1 1/2 tablespoons canola oil, plus more if needed
• 4 slices cheese (optional)
• 4 whole wheat sandwich buns
• Lettuce, tomato, tartar sauce, or other favorite sandwich toppings (optional)

Directions

1. Pat the fish dry with paper towels and cut into 4 sandwich-size pieces.
2. Place the flour in a shallow bowl and pour the buttermilk into a second shallow bowl.
3. In a third bowl, combine the crushed wheat crackers, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and parsley.
4. Coat each piece of fish first in flour, then dip it into the buttermilk. Finish by pressing both sides into the seasoned cracker crumbs.
5. Heat the canola oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
6. Add the breaded fish and cook for about 3-4 minutes per side, depending on thickness, until the coating is golden brown and the fish flakes easily. The center of the fish should reach 145°F.
7. If using cheese, place a slice over each piece of fish during the last minute of cooking. Cover the skillet briefly to help the cheese melt.
8. Place the cooked fish on the whole wheat buns and add lettuce, tomato, tartar sauce, or other favorite toppings.
9. Serve warm with pasta salad, macaroni and cheese, vegetables, or oven-baked fries.