Egyptian Fried Fish Sandwich

This isn't your typical fried fish sandwich. To make a recipe for a crispy fish sandwiches Egyptian style, you need a lot of flavor, color and texture. You also need Mediterranean spices in bold colors, creamy tahini, fluffy pita, fresh vegetables, and a lot of tahini.

This recipe for extra crispy fish sandwiches is inspired by the fried fish my mom used to make, Samak makli. She would often fry whole fish. This recipe is equally delicious with fish fillets. They are more easily served in a pita with a garlicky tahini and a colorful mixture of fresh, roasted and pickled vegetables.

Cumin, coriander and paprika with a dash or two of hot pepper flakes are as important as lemon juice. While you prepare the fixings, marinate the fish in the refrigerator for a few moments. Then, fry the fish until it is flaky, crisp, and tender at the same.

This fried fish sandwich, which is bursting with color and texture and flavor, is a new level of deliciousness. Serve pickles with the tart Karkade, or Hibiscus Tea.

Ingredients in Egyptian Fried Fish Sandwiches

You may have tasted fried fish and noticed that it is rich, savory, and needs acidity to balance. In the US, this is often coleslaw or malt vinegar. In Egypt, we add lots of spices to the fish, then top it with fresh vegetables, lemon juice and pickles. The result is delicious and balanced. You'll love it, I promise! You'll need:

Crispy fish

• Fish Use a firm, mildly-flavored fish fillet like cod or haddock.
• Our shop stocks all the essential Mediterranean spices. Pepper and salt are used to enhance the flavor.
• Garlic gives a rich, savory flavor.
• Lemon juice brightens up the dish.
• Oil: I know that extra virgin olive is expensive. Feel free to substitute a neutral, high-quality oil such as avocado or sunflower oil.
• Dredge - All purpose Flour, Cornstarch and Baking soda are used to coat the fish. This ensures that it is crispy, but not heavy.

To serve

• Roasted Eggplant Rounds (optional). Adds a rich Mediterranean flavor and a velvety texture. You'll need one large eggplant, extra virgin oil, and kosher sea salt to make this dish.
• Tahini sauce adds delicious creamy, garlicky flavor. You'll need garlic salt tahini (available in our store), lime or lemon acid, parsley, and tahini.
• Tomato and Cucumbers are great for adding freshness. Persian cucumbers are sweeter and have a softer skin. Peel the skin off a regular slicing cucumber before you slice it.
• Pita Breadhas a perfect pocket to hold the sandwich together. Use homemade pita bread or a store-bought variety of high quality.
• Pickles or olives will add a salty taste. You can use any type of pickled vegetables you want, such as red onions, turnips or cucumbers.

Ingredient Spotlight

Sesame seeds are powerful. These little wonders are the basis of Tahini - a paste with a nutty taste made from sesame seeds crushed. You'll often find it in North African, Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine.

Tahini is an important ingredient in hummus. Tahini is also used in recipes such as this Egyptian Fish Sandwich or in sweet dishes like this Vegan Chocolate pudding with Tahini.

Tahini is a creamy powerhouse of flavor. Tahini is a seed, so it should be smooth and nutty. It can be used for both sweet and savory dishes.

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How To Make a Fried Fish Sandwich in Egyptian Style

You'll need to prepare all the fixings before you begin heating the oil. How to do it?

Prepare the Roasted Eggplant rounds (optional up to 1 day ahead)

• Sweat an eggplant. Slice a large eggplant in 3/4" to 1" rounds if you are serving it with roasted eggplant. Sprinkle salt on both sides of each slice and place them on a large tray covered with paper towels. Allow the eggplants to "sweat" for 30 minutes.
• Prepare to roast: Arrange a rack at the center of your oven, and heat it to 400degF.
• Roast the eggplant. Brush both sides of the eggplant slices with extra virgin oil. After discarding the paper towel, lightly oil the baking tray and place the eggplant slices, spacing them well. Roast the eggplant in a hot oven for 20 minutes. Flip it over and continue roasting until all sides are golden brown, another 10 to 15 minutes. Use immediately or store in a refrigerator airtight container, allowing it to reach room temperature.

Get ready to cook

• Season the fish. Dry off a fish fillet weighing 1 1/2 pounds, then cut it into 4 or 6 pieces and place them in a shallow dish. Combine 1 teaspoon of coriander with 1/2 teaspoon each of cumin, paprika and red pepper flakes or Aleppo in a small dish. Add generous amounts of salt and black pepper. Sprinkle the spices evenly over the fish after mixing well. Use your hands to rub the garlic and spices together. Then, squeeze the juice of two lemons on top. Refrigerate while you prepare your fixings and heat the oil (10-20 minutes).
• Prepare your fixings. Follow this recipe to prepare the tahini. Slice thinly 2 to 3 Persian cukes and 1 large tomato. If you are serving olives with your dish, use the side of a knife to smash them and remove any pits if needed. Pickles can be cut into small pieces for sandwiches.

Dredge the fish and fry it

• Dredge fish. Combine 1 cup of flour, 1/2 cup of cornstarch and 1 teaspoon baking powder in a shallow dish. Mix well and remove the fish fillets from the refrigerator. Coat each side with the flour mixture. To remove excess flour, gently shake the fish.
• Cook the fish. Cover a large platter with paper towels, and place it near your stove. Add enough oil to a medium nonstick pan so that the bottom is covered by 2 inches. The oil should bubble up on medium heat. Place the fish gently in the pan. It is fine if the oil does not completely cover the fish. If your skillet is small, you can cook the fish in batches and replenish the oil when necessary. Cook the fish on one side for about 3 minutes until it is golden brown. Use a spatula and flip it carefully. Cook the other side for 3 to 4 more minutes until golden and crispy.
• Drain. Transfer the fish using the spatula onto the plate lined with paper towels. Use the lemon juice to hit it immediately.

Assemble Sandwiches

• Layer, then dig in! Open the pita pockets, and spread some tahini on the one side. Add the cucumbers, tomatoes, pickles, arugula and, if desired, roasted eggplant. Finish with more tahini and the fish. Serve immediately with extra pickles and/or olives on the side to snack between bites.

Mix It Up

This recipe for fried fish sandwiches can be served in many ways. Here are some suggestions:

• Make the dish spicy: Spread a thin layer of harissa on top of pita bread (homemade or purchased from us).
• Grill your fish:Skip dredging and grill instead to enjoy a tasty summer meal.
• Replace chicken cutlets withFry about 3 minutes on each side.
• Serve it in a bowl. Skip the pita, and serve Mediterranean tomato and cucumber, tahini, and fried eggplant.

What to serve with fish sandwiches

In the Mediterranean, crisp fish sandwiches are served with a tart drink to help balance out the richness of fried fish. Sometimes pickle juice is used! A nice, tart Karkade (Hibiscus Tea), served iced, is also refreshing.

When watermelon is in season, I like to serve it with a small bowl of olives or pickles like my Middle Eastern Pickled turnips.

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