Copycat McDonald's Filet-o-Fish Sandwich Recipe 🍔

[Kento Nanami]

Hey everyone! If you love McDonald's Filet-o-Fish sandwich, you're in for a treat! This homemade version is super easy and just as delicious. With crispy cod fillets, melty cheese, and tangy tartar sauce, this sandwich will hit the spot. Perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, you'll feel like you're dining at your favorite fast-food joint right in your own kitchen. Let's dive in!

Ingredients:

• Canola oil, for frying
• 4 (4-ounce) skinless cod fillets (about 4 x 4 inches and 1-inch thick)
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
• 1 large egg
• 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon corn starch
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• ¼ teaspoon paprika
• 2 cups panko (Japanese-style breadcrumbs)
• 4 brioche hamburger buns, split
• 4 (½-ounce each) processed American cheese slices
• 2 teaspoons tap water
• McDonald's Tartar Sauce
• Cooked shoestring fries, for serving

Directions:

1. Gather all ingredients. Pour oil to a depth of 2 inches in a large Dutch oven; heat oil over medium-high to 360°F (182°C). Preheat oven to 200°F (93°C). Set a wire rack inside a large rimmed baking sheet; set aside.
2. While oil heats, pat fillets dry with paper towels and sprinkle evenly with ½ teaspoon of the salt. In a medium shallow bowl, whisk together the egg, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, corn starch, flour, paprika, and remaining ½ teaspoon salt until combined. Place panko in another shallow bowl.
3. Working with one fillet at a time, dip into the egg mixture, flipping to coat all sides and letting excess drip off. Place in the bowl with panko and coat all sides. Place on a large plate; repeat with remaining fillets.
4. Gently add 2 fillets to hot oil; fry, gently stirring and flipping fillets in oil occasionally, until golden brown and crispy, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove fillets from oil using a slotted spoon, and place on the prepared wire rack. Place in preheated oven to keep warm while repeating the frying process with the remaining 2 fillets.
5. Working with 2 buns at a time, place bottom buns on a large microwavable plate; top each bun with 1 cheese slice. Lightly sprinkle a small paper towel with water, and place in a small microwavable bowl with bottom buns. Cover the plate with an inverted microwavable glass bowl. Microwave on HIGH until buns are steamy and cheese is melted, 15 to 20 seconds. Carefully remove buns from the plate; place top buns on the same plate and microwave on HIGH for 10 to 15 seconds.
6. Immediately top bottom buns with a fish fillet and drizzle 2 tablespoons of McDonald’s Tartar Sauce on top. Cover with top buns and serve immediately with shoestring fries. Repeat with remaining buns and fish fillets.

Enjoy your homemade Filet-o-Fish sandwiches! ​

 

[mndynthn12]

Copycat McDonald's Filet-o-Fish Sandwich? Yes, please! This looks like the ultimate homemade upgrade. Can’t wait to make it and enjoy that classic flavor at home!

 

[blackjack4evs]

OMG! I've been craving for some McDonald's right now, and I think this is the perfect recipe. Thank you so much!

 

[Mui]

This homemade Filet-o-Fish recipe is fire! Thanks for sharing—can't wait to try it and enjoy that crispy fish goodness!

 

[Xeth_]

For when you crave fast food but want to avoid the drive-thru guilt trip.

 

[Idris]

View attachment 5386Hey everyone! If you love McDonald's Filet-o-Fish sandwich, you're in for a treat! This homemade version is super easy and just as delicious. With crispy cod fillets, melty cheese, and tangy tartar sauce, this sandwich will hit the spot. Perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, you'll feel like you're dining at your favorite fast-food joint right in your own kitchen. Let's dive in!

Ingredients:

• Canola oil, for frying
• 4 (4-ounce) skinless cod fillets (about 4 x 4 inches and 1-inch thick)
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
• 1 large egg
• 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon corn starch
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• ¼ teaspoon paprika
• 2 cups panko (Japanese-style breadcrumbs)
• 4 brioche hamburger buns, split
• 4 (½-ounce each) processed American cheese slices
• 2 teaspoons tap water
• McDonald's Tartar Sauce
• Cooked shoestring fries, for serving

Directions:

1. Gather all ingredients. Pour oil to a depth of 2 inches in a large Dutch oven; heat oil over medium-high to 360°F (182°C). Preheat oven to 200°F (93°C). Set a wire rack inside a large rimmed baking sheet; set aside.
2. While oil heats, pat fillets dry with paper towels and sprinkle evenly with ½ teaspoon of the salt. In a medium shallow bowl, whisk together the egg, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, corn starch, flour, paprika, and remaining ½ teaspoon salt until combined. Place panko in another shallow bowl.
3. Working with one fillet at a time, dip into the egg mixture, flipping to coat all sides and letting excess drip off. Place in the bowl with panko and coat all sides. Place on a large plate; repeat with remaining fillets.
4. Gently add 2 fillets to hot oil; fry, gently stirring and flipping fillets in oil occasionally, until golden brown and crispy, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove fillets from oil using a slotted spoon, and place on the prepared wire rack. Place in preheated oven to keep warm while repeating the frying process with the remaining 2 fillets.
5. Working with 2 buns at a time, place bottom buns on a large microwavable plate; top each bun with 1 cheese slice. Lightly sprinkle a small paper towel with water, and place in a small microwavable bowl with bottom buns. Cover the plate with an inverted microwavable glass bowl. Microwave on HIGH until buns are steamy and cheese is melted, 15 to 20 seconds. Carefully remove buns from the plate; place top buns on the same plate and microwave on HIGH for 10 to 15 seconds.
6. Immediately top bottom buns with a fish fillet and drizzle 2 tablespoons of McDonald’s Tartar Sauce on top. Cover with top buns and serve immediately with shoestring fries. Repeat with remaining buns and fish fillets.

Enjoy your homemade Filet-o-Fish sandwiches! ​

Wow, this looks spot-on! I've been craving a Filet-o-Fish, but it's a trek to the nearest McDonald's. Gonna give this a try! Any tips for getting the fish extra crispy?

 

[Nutellah_]

Yum, a Copycat Filet-o-Fish! Can’t wait to make it!

 

[Kento Nanami]

Copycat McDonald's Filet-o-Fish Sandwich? Yes, please! This looks like the ultimate homemade upgrade. Can’t wait to make it and enjoy that classic flavor at home!

Yum, that Filet-o-Fish looks bomb! Thanks for sharing the recipe—can't wait to try it out and get that McDonald's vibe at home!

 

[Kento Nanami]

OMG! I've been craving for some McDonald's right now, and I think this is the perfect recipe. Thank you so much!

You're welcome! So glad you’re excited to try it out—hope it hits the spot just like the real deal!

 

[Kento Nanami]

This homemade Filet-o-Fish recipe is fire! Thanks for sharing—can't wait to try it and enjoy that crispy fish goodness!

This homemade Filet-o-Fish recipe is fire! Thanks for sharing—can't wait to try it and enjoy that crispy fish goodness!

 

[Kento Nanami]

For when you crave fast food but want to avoid the drive-thru guilt trip.

Thanks for the tip! This homemade Filet-o-Fish is so good, it’s like bringing the drive-thru to your kitchen without the guilt!

 

[Kento Nanami]

Wow, this looks spot-on! I've been craving a Filet-o-Fish, but it's a trek to the nearest McDonald's. Gonna give this a try! Any tips for getting the fish extra crispy?

Hey, awesome to hear you're trying the recipe! For extra crispy fish, double dip in flour and breadcrumbs. Appreciate the shoutout! Enjoy!

 

[Kento Nanami]

Yum, a Copycat Filet-o-Fish! Can’t wait to make it!

Glad you’re excited to try the Copycat Filet-o-Fish! Trust me, it’s gonna be a hit. Thanks for the love!

 

[darat]

View attachment 5386Hey everyone! If you love McDonald's Filet-o-Fish sandwich, you're in for a treat! This homemade version is super easy and just as delicious. With crispy cod fillets, melty cheese, and tangy tartar sauce, this sandwich will hit the spot. Perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, you'll feel like you're dining at your favorite fast-food joint right in your own kitchen. Let's dive in!

Ingredients:

• Canola oil, for frying
• 4 (4-ounce) skinless cod fillets (about 4 x 4 inches and 1-inch thick)
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
• 1 large egg
• 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon corn starch
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• ¼ teaspoon paprika
• 2 cups panko (Japanese-style breadcrumbs)
• 4 brioche hamburger buns, split
• 4 (½-ounce each) processed American cheese slices
• 2 teaspoons tap water
• McDonald's Tartar Sauce
• Cooked shoestring fries, for serving

Directions:

1. Gather all ingredients. Pour oil to a depth of 2 inches in a large Dutch oven; heat oil over medium-high to 360°F (182°C). Preheat oven to 200°F (93°C). Set a wire rack inside a large rimmed baking sheet; set aside.
2. While oil heats, pat fillets dry with paper towels and sprinkle evenly with ½ teaspoon of the salt. In a medium shallow bowl, whisk together the egg, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, corn starch, flour, paprika, and remaining ½ teaspoon salt until combined. Place panko in another shallow bowl.
3. Working with one fillet at a time, dip into the egg mixture, flipping to coat all sides and letting excess drip off. Place in the bowl with panko and coat all sides. Place on a large plate; repeat with remaining fillets.
4. Gently add 2 fillets to hot oil; fry, gently stirring and flipping fillets in oil occasionally jack in the box reviews, until golden brown and crispy, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove fillets from oil using a slotted spoon, and place on the prepared wire rack. Place in preheated oven to keep warm while repeating the frying process with the remaining 2 fillets.
5. Working with 2 buns at a time, place bottom buns on a large microwavable plate; top each bun with 1 cheese slice. Lightly sprinkle a small paper towel with water, and place in a small microwavable bowl with bottom buns. Cover the plate with an inverted microwavable glass bowl. Microwave on HIGH until buns are steamy and cheese is melted, 15 to 20 seconds. Carefully remove buns from the plate; place top buns on the same plate and microwave on HIGH for 10 to 15 seconds.
6. Immediately top bottom buns with a fish fillet and drizzle 2 tablespoons of McDonald’s Tartar Sauce on top. Cover with top buns and serve immediately with shoestring fries. Repeat with remaining buns and fish fillets.

Enjoy your homemade Filet-o-Fish sandwiches! ​

This sounds so good right now—I'm seriously craving it. I had a fish fillet sandwich twice last week with extra tartar sauce, and now I just want the sauce by itself! I'd love to buy it and use it for dipping veggies and other snacks. I've tried Kraft and other brands, but nothing compares. Is it possible to buy the sauce on its own?