Fried Grouper Sandwich

A Southern specialty, the fried grouper sandwich is pure comfort food delight.

Fried Grouper Sandwich

• 4 6 oz. Grouper fillets
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
• 1 cup all-purpose flour, seasoned with salt and pepper to taste
• Cornmeal for dredging the fish
• Vegetable oil for deep-frying

Method:

1. Beat eggs, salt and cayenne in a shallow dish. Place flour mixture and cornmeal in two shallow dishes.
2. Dredge each fillet in flour mixture and dip in egg was. Dredge filets in cornmeal last.
3. In a deep fry pan, heat 1-inch of oil to 375 degrees (deep-fat thermometer). Fry fillers in batches for 2 to 4 minutes on each side, or until browned and cooked through.
4. Transfer fillets to paper towels to drain. To serve, layer lettuce, sliced tomatoes and fillets on a potato roll.

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