Fillet O’Tilefish (Golden Tilefish Sandwich with Malt Vinegar & Tartar Slaw)

For those who know us, you know that the a Golden Tilefish has been our mascot fish since 1985, so we thought we’d have some fun with it and do our take off a certain famous fast food fish sandwich. This is a ton of fun to make and way better than anything you’ll ever get out of a drive through, we promise!

Fillet O’Tilefish (Golden Tilefish Sandwich with Malt Vinegar & Tartar Slaw)

Serves 4

INGREDIENTS:

• 4 6oz Golden Tilefish Fillets, Skin-off
• 8oz Cole Slaw Mix or Shredded Cabbage
• 1 Cup Shore Lunch Mix
• ½ Cup Milk
• 2 Tbsp Malt Vinegar
• ¼ Cup Tartar Sauce
• American Cheese
• 4 Burger Buns
• Vegetable Oil
• Butter
• Salt

DIRECTIONS:

1. In a mixing bowl, add shore lunch mix and milk and whisk to combine. Add fish to batter and toss to coat. Reserve until needed
2. In another mixing bowl, add your cole slaw mix, malt vinegar, and tartar sauce and toss to combine. Season with salt to taste
3. In a large pot over medium high heat, add just enough vegetable oil to cover your fish and heat to 350 degree
4. Gently add the fish to the oil and cook until golden brown, crisp, and cooked through. Approximately 5-7 minutes
5. Remove fish from oil and immediately season with salt. Place a piece of cheese over the hot fish and allow to melt
6. Butter your buns and toast in a pan over medium high heat. Cook until golden brown, approximately 2 minutes
7. Place the fish onto your toasted bun, top with your slaw, and enjoy!