Filet-o-Fish Copycat Sandwich

Directions

1. Fill a large pot with enough oil to cover the filets and heat until the oil has reached 365F. While the oil is heating, prep the rest of the ingredients for the sandwiches.

2. If needed, trim the white fish filets to a little larger than the size of the buns. Season with salt and allow them to sit for 5 - 10 minutes at room temperature.

3. In a large bowl, mix together the 1.5 cups flour with garlic powder, cayenne, old bay, and white pepper. Next add the egg, pilsner and whisk together to make a batter.

4. Add some flour to a plate and fully coat the fish filets with flour followed by the batter. Working in two batches, drop 2 filets into the oil and fry for 5 minutes. Drain fish on a wire rack with a lined baking sheet underneath.

5. Lay out the buns, toast them if you prefer, and pile each with a fried fish filet, two slices of cheese, and desired amount of tartar sauce. Finish with the top bun. Enjoy immediately.