Air Fried Filet o’ Fish
As a child I was a big McDonald’s fan. I mean, who didn’t love a good Happy Meal? However, we all know McDonald’s isn’t going to help us reach our fitness and nutrition goals. But when I saw this recipe online, I definitely got curious! Being pescatarian, I love new recipes that include fish, but also can be made with “cleaner” ingredients.
I can tell you I was pleasantly surprised, and a bit nostalgic, when I took a bite of this sandwich. It’s quick and easy to make, and delicious. You have to try it!
Tartar Sauce Ingredients:
50 grams Non-Fat Greek Yogurt
25 grams Light Mayo
30 grams Dill Relish
I like the brand Wickles
5 grams Parsley (fresh or dried will work)
5 grams Yellow Mustard
1 tsp Dill Weed
½ tsp Onion Powder
½ tsp Fresh Ground Black Pepper
1 tbsp Lemon Juice
Other Ingredients/Toppings:
Brioche buns
I used Dave's Killer Bread 21 Whole Grains and Seeds Buns
Your choice of greens
If you are going for the true McDonald’s feel, then shredded lettuce it is!
Reduced Fat American Cheese
This is optional, but again, if you want that true McDonald’s feel, then you’ll have to add cheese.
Sliced Red Onion
I love red onions on a fish sandwich. Feel free to add whatever other toppings you desire.
Instructions:
First you will add all the tartar sauce ingredients to a small bowl and mix until smooth.
Next, you will prepare your three bowls for coating your fish.
Add the flour to one bowl.
The liquid egg whites will be added to a second bowl.
In a third bowl you will add the plain Panko bread crumbs, chili powder, black pepper and salt and mix together.
Fish Patty Ingredients:
1 Whole White Fish Filet (your choice), cut into sandwich-sized pieces
I used Mahi
30 grams Flour (your choice)
I used all purpose flour, but you can also use oat or almond flour.
50 grams Liquid Egg Whites
50 grams Plain Panko Bread Crumbs
½ tsp Chili Powder
½ tsp Fresh Ground Black Pepper
½ tsp Himalayan Pink Salt
Coat your fish by first dipping it in the flour, then the liquid egg whites and finally the seasonings.
Once the fish is well coated, place it in an air fryer and spray lightly with olive oil.
Air fry at 400 degrees for 9 to 11 minutes.
Toast your brioche buns, assemble your sandwich and enjoy!