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    Vegetarian Fish Sandwich with Homemade Tartar Sauce

    July 5, 2020 by Chelsea Kram – XO&So: Vegetarian Comfort Food 3 Comments

    a vegetarian fish sandwich with fries on a purple plate
    Here it is my friends: the glorious vegetarian fish sandwich with homemade tartar sauce that will satisfy all your Filet-O-Fish cravings and then some. Thanks to Gardein Golden Fishless Filets (not sponsored – I just love them!) this sandwich truly has everything you want in a fish sandwich recipe...without the fish. 

    As for the vegetarian fish sandwich SAUCE? I've got a homemade tartar sauce recipe that's truly to die for! 

    I've got to say, this sandwich stands out among all sandwiches – not just vegetarian sandwiches. I really hope you'll give it a try!

    "Do vegetarians eat fish?"

    If I had a dollar for every time I got this question! Definitely an understandable question because a lot of people say they're vegetarian but they still eat fish.

    But...

    Technically no, vegetarians do NOT eat fish!

    Instead, someone who has a vegetarian diet PLUS fish and other seafood is what's known as pescatarian.

    That being said, I also totally understand why a pescatarian would call themselves vegetarian instead because it's easier and quicker to explain. 

    Now, back to the vegetarian fish sandwich! 

    Ingredients

    Here's what you'll need to make this SUPER easy vegetarian recipe:

    • Gardein Golden Fishless Filets (2 pieces on each sandwich!)
    • Really good quality burger buns (I used brioche buns)
    • Lettuce
    • Cheese

    gardein golden fishes filets on a bun

    And no "fish" sandwich is complete without tartar sauce, right? 

    Homemade tartar sauce recipe

    homemade tartar sauce recipe

    So here's what you'll need for that:

    • Mayonnaise
    • Dijon mustard
    • Sweet green relish
    • Worchestershire sauce (I use a vegetarian version without fish in it)
    • Dill
    • Lemon
    • Onion powder
    • Salt and pepper

    There are so many tartar sauce recipe variations out there. Some have mustard, some don't. Some with dill, some without. But this is how I like it and I really hope you'll like it too! Not only do I spread it on the sandwich, but dipping your fries - or "chips" for my UK friends - is sooo good too.

    Vegetarian fish sandwich toppings

    So I'm pretty sure the classic Filet-O-Fish just has tartar sauce and cheese on the bun. But I really like the fresh crunch you get when you add lettuce! Tomato and avocado would be really good too, I think.

    Basically go ahead and use any of your favorite fish sandwich toppings and add them to a vegetarian fish sandwich and it'll be good. 

    Other vegetarian sandwiches

    Before we get to the recipe, I wanted to show you a few other vegetarian sandwiches you might be interested in.

    First, take a look at: THE CHICKPEA SALAD SANDWICH THAT CHANGED MY LIFE

    And of course, this list must also include my grilled cheeses of the month sandwiches! A whole bunch of unique grilled cheese recipes that also happen to be vegetarian. 

    📖 Recipe

    a vegetarian fish sandwich with fries on a purple plate

    Vegetarian Fish Sandwich with Homemade Tartar Sauce

    This glorious vegetarian fish sandwich with Gardein Fishless Filets & homemade tartar sauce will satisfy all your Filet-O-Fish cravings and then some!
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 25 minutes mins
    Course Main Course
    Servings 1

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 large white burger bun I use brioche
    • 2 Gardein Golden Fishless Filets 2 fit on one bun
    • 1 slice cheddar cheese
    • shredded lettuce
    • 3 tablespoon homemade tartar sauce or more, see recipe below

    Homemade Tartar Sauce Recipe

    • 1 cup mayonnaise
    • ⅓ cup sweet green relish
    • the juice of half a lemon
    • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
    • 1 teaspoon dried dill or 3 teaspoon fresh (or more)
    • 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
    • ½ teaspoon Worchestershire sauce I use a version without fish
    • salt and pepper

    Instructions
     

    For the Vegetarian Fish Sandwich

    • Cook the Gardein Golden Fishless Filets according to package directions.
      Add a slice of cheese, tartar sauce, lettuce, and Golden Fishless Filets to the bottom of the burger bun. Top with the other half.

    For the Homemade Tartar Sauce

    • Mix all ingredients in a bowl and stir well. Let it sit in the fridge for at least an hour to really let the flavors develop. Use within 5 days.
    Keyword dipping sauce, fish, gardein, tartar, vegetarian comfort food
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

    There you have it! So easy to make and so so so delicious. Perfect for summer dinners or anytime you're craving vegetarian comfort food.

    Keep me posted if you try it out! Thanks so much for stopping by.

    Until next time, 

    XO - C 

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    1. Ashley King

      February 06, 2021 at 12:44 am

      I'm actually in the midst of making this and "Googled" Gardein Fish Sandwich to see if I was the only one who attempted to do this and yours popped up! So awesome I'm not alone. I'm making a vegan version of yours. Cheers

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      • Chelsea Kram – XO&So: Vegetarian Comfort Food

        February 06, 2021 at 2:16 pm

        That's awesome! I hope you love it!

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