Bermuda's Famous Fried Fish Sandwich
The Bermuda Fried Fish Sandwich isn't just a meal, it's an experience. Imagine perfectly crispy, golden-fried local fish nestled between two slices of subtly sweet raisin bread, topped with zesty tartar sauce, cool coleslaw, and often a kick of hot sauce. This recipe captures the unique sweet-and-savory magic that makes this island classic an unforgettable culinary delight.
Ingredients
- 2 Snapper fillets or other mild fish fillets
- 4 Slices Raisin Bread
Slaw
- 1 Cup Shredded Green Cabbage Slaw or shredded lettuce
- ¼ Cup Tartar Sauce
- 1 Tablespoon Hot Sauce
Breading
- ⅓ Cup Corn Meal or Cracker Meal
- 2 Tablespoons Corn Starch
- 1 Tablespoon Flour
- ½ teaspoon Cumin
- ¼ teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
Optional Ingredients
- 2 Tomato Slices
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the shredded cabbage or lettuce, tartar sauce, and hot sauce. Mix well to combine.
- Combine the breading ingredients and mix well and place on a shallow plate.
- Pat the fish dry, then dredge in the breading. Place of on a wire rack for about 5-10 minutes while you heat the oil.
- Heat about ¼ inch of oil in a skillet or pan to 350 degrees. Fry the fish for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until the fish reaches at least 145 degrees.
- Remove the fried fish to a paper towel lined plate.
- Top 2 of the slices of the bread with some of the slaw then top with the fish. If desired, drizzle with additional hot sauce and top with optional ingredients like tomato or onion. Finish with the slices of bread.
- Enjoy your Bermuda style Fried fish sandwich.
Nutrition
Calories: 1264kcalCarbohydrates: 64gProtein: 193gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 335mgSodium: 1125mgPotassium: 4126mgFiber: 6gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 1380IUVitamin C: 37mgCalcium: 354mgIron: 5mg
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