| CRISPY FRIED FISH SANDWICHES |
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Makes 6 servings1 pound fresh or frozen fish fillets (haddock, cod or halibut) 1 egg, slightly beaten 1 cup crumbs (cracker, dried bread, or corn flake) CRISCO for frying 6 slices American cheese 6 sandwich buns 6 tablespoons Tartar sauce (or favorite brand may be used) Cut fresh or partially thawed fish into six 3-inch squares about 1/2 inch thick. Dip fish portions in egg, then in crumbs. Fry fish in 1/2-inch Crisco heated to 350ºF in electric skillet (or large skillet over medium heat) until golden brown, about 4 to 6 minutes on each side. Or, fill deep fryer half full with Crisco and heat to 365ºF. Add fish and fry until golden brown, about 4 to 6 minutes. Drain on paper toweling. Place one slice of cheese on bottom half of sandwich bun. Top with hot fried fish. Spread 1 tablespoon Tartar Sauce over fish. Cover with top half of bun. Pre-breaded frozen fish fillets may also be fried as shown above. Tartar Sauce: In a bowl, combine 1 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing , 1 tablespoon finely chopped dill pickle, 1 tablespoon finely chopped onion, and 1 teaspoon lemon juice. |
