Southern Fried Bass Sandwich

This southern fried bass sandwich celebrates the freshwater heritage of the southern and central regions of the United States. With its crispy fish fillet and refreshing slaw, this dish is a perfect example of regional comfort food done right.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients

  • 4 bass fillets
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 4 sandwich buns
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage (garden or locally grown)
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

Instructions

  1. Mix flour, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper in a bowl. Dredge bass fillets in buttermilk, then coat in flour mixture.
  2. Fry fillets in hot oil until golden brown.
  3. Combine cabbage, mayonnaise, and vinegar to make slaw.
  4. Assemble sandwiches with bass fillets and slaw on buns.
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