How to Make Pan-Fried Tilapia Sandwich - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like the satisfaction of biting into a crispy, flavorful sandwich, and the pan-fried tilapia sandwich definitely delivers on that front. This dish is a fantastic option for a quick and easy meal that doesn't skimp on taste or nutrition. Whether you're looking for a delicious lunch option or a light, yet satisfying dinner, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your meal rotation.

What sets this sandwich apart is the tender and flaky tilapia, which is coated in...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup finely chopped tomato
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup minced red onion
  • 2 tablespoons dill pickle relish
  • ½ teaspoon ground piri piri chile pepper
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 (4 ounce) fillets tilapia fillets
  • 1 teaspoon seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay®)
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 4 slices pepper Jack cheese
  • 4 slices whole wheat bread, toasted

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Servings: 2
  • Yield: 2 sandwiches

  • Stir tomato, mayonnaise, red onion, relish, and piri piri together in a small bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Season tilapia on both sides with seafood seasoning and garlic powder.
  • Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add seasoned tilapia and cook until golden brown and fish flakes easily with a fork, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Place two slices of pepper Jack on top of each fillet, cover the skillet, and cook until cheese melts, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Transfer each tilapia fillet to a slice of toasted bread. Spread with mayonnaise sauce and top with remaining bread.
  • Nutrition

    798 cal.

    • Total Fat: 55g
    • Saturated Fat: 22g
    • Cholesterol: 143mg
    • Sodium: 1308mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 32g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 44g
    • Vitamin C: 9mg
    • Calcium: 422mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 778mg