This Beer-Battered Fish Sandwich brings the crunchy, flaky, fried goodness of your favorite fish-and-chips basket to a sandwich you’ll want to make on repeat.

Flaky white fish is coated in a light, crisp beer batter, fried until golden, and stacked high on a toasted bun with creamy slaw, tangy tartar, and all the fixings. It’s messy in the best way — and ridiculously satisfying.

Ingredients

For the Fish:

• 1½ lbs white fish fillets (cod, haddock, or pollock — skinless and boneless)
• Salt and pepper
• ¾ cup all-purpose flour (for dredging)
• Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)

For the Beer Batter:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• ¼ cup cornstarch
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp smoked paprika
• ¾ to 1 cup cold beer (lager or pale ale preferred)

Beer Tip: Use a light, crisp beer like a pilsner or lager for classic flavor. Hoppy pale ales add extra bitterness and bite.

For the Sandwich Assembly:

• 4 brioche or potato sandwich buns, toasted
• Tartar sauce (store-bought or homemade)
• Shredded lettuce or creamy slaw
• Pickles (dill or bread & butter)
• Optional: tomato slices, red onion, or American cheese

Instructions

Step 1: Prep the Fish

• Pat the fish dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
• Cut into sandwich-sized pieces if needed.
• Lightly dredge in flour and set aside.

Step 2: Make the Beer Batter

In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and spices.

Slowly pour in cold beer while whisking until the batter is smooth and slightly thick — like pancake batter.

Step 3: Fry the Fish

Heat oil to 350–365°F in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot.

Dip the floured fish fillets into the beer batter, let excess drip off, and gently lower into the hot oil.

Fry for 4–6 minutes, turning once, until deep golden brown and crispy.
Drain on a wire rack or paper towels.

Pro Tip: Don’t overcrowd the fryer — work in batches to keep the oil temperature consistent and the crust crispy.

Step 4: Build the Sandwich

• Toast the buns and slather both sides with tartar sauce.
• Layer with lettuce or slaw, a hot fried fish fillet, and pickles.
• Top it, smash it down slightly, and serve hot.

Serving Suggestions

• Sides:
  • Crispy fries or sweet potato wedges
  • Vinegar chips
  • Dill pickle spears or coleslaw
• Drinks:
  • Ice-cold beer (serve the same one used in the batter!)
  • Lemonade or iced tea for a lighter pairing

Final Thoughts

Beer-Battered Fish Sandwiches are the ultimate comfort food upgrade — crispy, juicy, and piled high with creamy, crunchy textures.

Whether you’re cooking for the game, weekend lunch, or a midnight snack attack, this sandwich is the golden-fried beast that delivers every single time.

Cheers to buns full of beer-battered glory! 🐟🍺🥪

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