Crispy on the outside, tender and succulent on the inside, a fish or chicken sandwich is an irresistible treat that can satisfy any foodie's craving. Take it to the next level by infusing a spicy kick with a homemade Sriracha mayonnaise. Whether you prefer the flaky texture of fish or the juicy bite of chicken, this delightful combination promises an explosion of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Let's embark on a culinary journey as we unravel the secrets of preparing the ultimate crispy fish or chicken sandwich with spicy mayonnaise.
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SPICY CRISPY CHICKEN SANDWICH
Spicy Crispy Chicken Sandwich is a your classic crispy chicken sandwich recipe served on a buttery toasted brioche bun, topped with a creamy kale coleslaw, spicy mayo and a pickle! It's one of the crunchiest most flavourful fried chicken sandwiches with a tender juicy brined center. Skip the lines at your favourite fast food restaurant and try this version in the comfort of your home!
Provided by Taneisha Morris
Categories Wraps & Sandwiches
Time 4h50m
Number Of Ingredients 29
Steps:
- In a airtight, leak proof bag (Ziploc) or dish with lid, combine the buttermilk, dried thyme leaves, cayenne pepper, salt and black pepper. Add chicken breasts to the marinade ensuring fully submerged. Marinate for at least 4 hours in the refrigerator, or preferably overnight.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, seasoning salt, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper and whisk together until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup of fresh buttermilk (do not use the same buttermilk marinade - may become too salty), the egg, and hot sauce.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper fitted with a wired rack. Remove one marinated chicken breast from the bag, shake off excess liquid, and dip both sides in the seasoned flour mixture until the chicken is completely covered, then dip in buttermilk/egg wash and then back in the flour mixture - shake off excess flour, and place on prepared wired rack. Repeat until all chicken dipped and dredged then allow chicken to rest for 20 mins.
- In a dutch oven pot or skillet, heat vegetable oil to around 365 - 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Fry the chicken breasts in batches, do not overcrowd the pot. Once golden brown with an internal temp of 160 degree Fahrenheit (the temp will climb to about 165 after removing), remove and place on a clean wired cooling rack.
- In a medium bowl, combine coleslaw ingredients, mix together and set aside. Then in another small bowl combine spicy mayo ingredients and set aside.
- Butter and toast your Brioche buns, then layer on your chicken, coleslaw, pickles and dollop of spicy mayo. Serve warm & enjoy!!
GENERAL TSO'S CRISPY CHICKEN SANDWICH
Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King
Time 4h
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 33
Steps:
- For the marinade and chicken: In a bowl, whisk together the hoisin, vinegar, soy sauce, sugar and cornstarch. Transfer 1/4 cup of the mixture to a ziptop bag and add the chicken thighs. Marinate, refrigerated, for at least 3 hours, but ideally overnight. Reserve the remaining hoisin mixture to make the General Tso's sauce.
- For the crispy chicken: In a large Dutch oven, heat the oil until a deep-frying thermometer registers 350 degrees F.
- In a pie dish or shallow bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and eggs. In a separate pie dish or shallow bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and self-rising flour. Mix 3 tablespoons of the buttermilk-egg mixture into the flour mixture; lightly whisk to work the buttermilk into the dredge to create crispy, craggly little bits.
- Dunk the chicken first in the buttermilk-egg mixture, then dredge in the flour mixture to coat thoroughly. Gently drop the chicken into the oil, in batches if necessary, and fry until golden brown and the interior registers 160 degrees F, 8 to 10 minutes.
- For the General Tso's sauce: Meanwhile, heat the oil in a medium saucepot over medium-low heat. Add the ginger, Szechuan peppercorns and garlic and saute until fragrant, about 1 minute; do not burn. Add the reserved hoisin mixture, bring to a simmer and simmer until thickened, 5 to 8 minutes.
- While the fried chicken is still hot, submerge it in the warm sauce to coat.
- For the sandwich build: Heat a griddle or skillet over medium heat. Split the rolls in half and butter the insides. Griddle or toast until golden brown.
- Place a dunked chicken thigh on each roll and top with a nice sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds. Top with the Chinese Slaw and Chinese Hot Mustard.
- In a large bowl, toss together the green onions, carrots, cabbage and chile. In a small bowl, combine the vinegar, soy sauce, sugar and sesame oil. Stir until the sugar dissolves, then pour over the cabbage mixture. Toss until the slaw is coated. Let the flavors meld for at least 30 minutes.
- Whisk the boiling water and mustard together in a bowl. Let cool completely.
- Mix in the mayonnaise and garlic, then season with salt and pepper if desired.
FRIED CHICKEN SANDWICH WITH SLAW AND SPICY MAYO
Steps:
- For spicy mayo and slaw:
- Mix garlic, mayonnaise, and hot pepper sauce in a small bowl; cover and chill. Toss onion, jalapeño, cabbage, pickles, and pickle juice in a large bowl to combine; cover and chill.
- For fried chicken and assembly:
- Whisk flour, pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a shallow bowl. Pour buttermilk into another shallow bowl. Working with 1 piece at a time, dredge chicken in flour mixture, shaking off excess. Dip in buttermilk, allowing excess to drip back into bowl. Dredge again in flour mixture, shaking off excess.
- Pour oil into a large heavy skillet to a depth of 1/2". Prop deepfry thermometer in oil so bulb is submerged. Heat over medium heat until thermometer registers 350°F.
- Fry chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a wire rack set inside a baking sheet; season with salt. Spread cut sides of rolls with butter. Heat another large skillet over medium heat. Working in batches, cook rolls buttered side down until browned and crisp, about 1 minute.
- Spread with spicy mayo. Build sandwiches with rolls, chicken, and cabbage slaw.
CRISPY CHICKEN SANDWICH WITH BUTTERMILK SLAW AND HERBED MAYO
This crispy sandwich gets a double hit of heat, thanks to a tangy Tabasco sauce brine and cayenne-spiked coating. A crisp buttermilk slaw and creamy herbed mayo spread provide refreshing flavor and a perfect counterbalance to the spice.
Provided by Katherine Sacks
Categories Sandwich Chicken Kid-Friendly Lunch Cabbage Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Small Plates
Yield 4 Servings
Number Of Ingredients 29
Steps:
- Prep the chicken:
- Combine buttermilk, hot sauce, and 2 tsp. salt in a large, shallow bowl. Add chicken, cover, and chill 2 hours.
- Meanwhile, combine mayonnaise and herbs in a small bowl; cover and chill until ready to use.
- Place cornstarch in a shallow baking dish. Combine flour, paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, black pepper, and 1 1/2 tsp. salt in another shallow baking dish. Lightly beat eggs in a shallow bowl. Remove chicken from buttermilk mixture and dredge in cornstarch, shaking off excess. Dip in egg mixture, letting excess drip back into bowl, then coat in flour mixture, shaking off excess. Repeat for a second coating. Place chicken on a lightly floured sheet tray; chill at least 15 minutes or up to 1 hour.
- Make the Buttermilk Slaw:
- Whisk buttermilk, mayonnaise, vinegar, pepper, honey, and 1 tsp. salt in a medium bowl. Add cabbage and carrot and toss to combine.
- Fry the chicken:
- Pour oil into a heavy-duty pot to a depth of 3/4" and fit pot with deep-fry thermometer. Heat oil over medium-high until thermometer registers 350°F. Reduce heat to medium, then fry chicken pieces, two at a time and turning occasionally, until crispy and golden and the internal temperature registers 165°F on an instant-read thermometer, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack set inside a rimmed baking sheet; season with salt.
- Assemble the sandwiches:
- Spread rolls on cut sides with butter. Heat a large skillet over medium. Working in batches, cook rolls, buttered side down, until browned and crisp, about 1 minute.
- Spread one side of bun with herbed mayonnaise. Build each sandwich with chicken, pickles, 1/4 cup slaw, and remaining bun. Serve remaining slaw alongside.
CRISPY FISH OR CHICKEN SANDWICH WITH SPICY MAYONNAISE
A recipe for 2; easily doubles. Panko crispy fish or chicken with a wonderful spicy mayo. Looks like a lot of ingredients, but can be thrown together quickly. See "Note" at bottom of directions for the chicken version.
Provided by gailanng
Categories Chicken
Time 25m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Spicy Mayonnaise: In a small bowl combine mayonnaise, lemon juice, hot sauce, and rice vinegar until blended. Set aside.
- Preheat oil in saute pan.
- Wash fillets and pat dry with a towel. Lightly sprinkle with Cajun seasoning on both sides.
- In one bowl, place flour mixed with 1 1/2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning. In a separate bowl place the panko and in a third bowl, beat together the egg, Dijon mustard and 1 1/2 tbs. water.
- Dredge fillets into flour, then the egg mixture and lastly, the panko. Add fish or chicken to oil and fry until golden brown, about 5-6 minutes depending on thickness. Remove to a paper towel lined platter.
- To assemble, spread the Spicy Mayonnaise mixture on both inner sides of the toasted pistolettes then layer within the hot fish (or chicken) fillets, romaine, tomatoes and onion slices.
- NOTE: For the chicken version, with a mallet pound skinless, boneless breast fillets to a 1/8" thickness then proceed with recipe instructions.
COPYCAT FRIED CHICKEN SANDWICH
After trying all the major fast-food chains' chicken sandwiches, I decided to come up with my own fried chicken sandwich. I know everyone says theirs is better than the original, but mine really is. -Ralph Jones, San Diego, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 35m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cut each chicken breast horizontally in half; place in a large bowl. Add buttermilk and hot sauce; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, 8 hours or overnight. , Preheat air fryer to 400°. Stir eggs into chicken mixture. In a shallow dish, whisk flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, pepper and salt. Remove chicken from buttermilk mixture. Dredge chicken in flour mixture, firmly patting to help coating adhere. Repeat, dipping chicken again in buttermilk mixture and then dredging in flour mixture., Place chicken on a wire rack over a baking sheet. Refrigerate, uncovered, for 30 minutes. Using a pastry brush, lightly dab both sides of chicken with oil until no dry breading remains. , In batches, arrange chicken in a single layer in greased air fryer. Cook until a thermometer reads 165° and coating is golden brown and crispy, 7-8 minutes on each side. Remove chicken; keep warm. Toast buns in air fryer until golden brown, 2-3 minutes. Top bun bottoms with chicken. If desired, serve with optional toppings.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 384 calories, Fat 17g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 136mg cholesterol, Sodium 777mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 26g protein.
ULTIMATE CRISPY "CHICKEN" SANDWICH RECIPE BY TASTY
The crispy chicken sandwich craze gets a vegan makeover! The journey may be a long one, but the destination is well worth it. After you fry your "chicken" breasts to golden brown, serve up your sandwich on a toasted bun with colorful slaw and vegan aioli. Consider any carnivore fooled!
Provided by Betsy Carter
Categories Lunch
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 32
Steps:
- In a food processor, combine the cannellini beans and their liquid, the tofu, olive oil, worcestershire sauce, dissolved bouillon, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1½ teaspoons salt. Blend on high speed until smooth and homogenous.
- Add the vital wheat gluten in batches, blending between additions and scraping down the sides of the bowl to fully incorporate. The mixture should start coming together into a dough.
- Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes, until elastic and smooth. Cover with a towel and let rest for 10 minutes.
- Divide the dough into 8 equal portions. Lightly sprinkle each piece with flour and roll out to flatten. Using your hands, shape each portion to resemble a chicken breast.
- Wrap each piece of "chicken" in parchment paper and transfer to a steamer pot. Steam for 80 minutes, flipping halfway through. The steaming process is important to ensure the vital wheat gluten is fully cooked.
- Towards the end of the steaming, prepare the brine: In a large, shallow dish, whisk together the oat milk, pickle juice, hot sauce, and 1 tablespoon salt.
- Remove the "chicken" from the steamer and discard the parchment paper. Transfer the warm "chicken" to the brine to marinate for 1-2 hours.
- Meanwhile, make the quick slaw: In a medium bowl, combine the cabbage, carrot, apple cider vinegar, sugar, and salt. Toss to combine well and set aside.
- Make the vegan aioli: In a small bowl, combine the vegan mayonnaise, garlic, mustard, hot sauce, and salt. Mix well to combine.
- Fill a large pot with the canola oil. Heat over medium-high heat until the oil reaches 350°F (180°C).
- While the oil heats, bread the "chicken": In a wide, shallow dish, mix together the flour, cornstarch, baking soda, remaining 2 tablespoons garlic powder, remaining tablespoon onion powder, the paprika, cayenne, remaining tablespoon salt, and pepper. Mix together with a fork.
- Remove the "chicken"from the brine. Lightly coat in the flour mixture, then set aside.
- Add about ¼ cup (60 ml) of the brining liquid to the flour and mix with a fork to create some clumps, which will fry up to be crispy bits. Dip each floured "chicken" breast in the brine, making sure there are no dry spots. Coat each piece again in the clumpy flour mixture.
- Working 2 at a time, fry the "chicken" for 3-4 minutes, until deep golden brown and crispy. Transfer the "chicken" to a wire rack and season lightly with salt. Bring the oil temperature back to 350°F (180°C) between batches.
- To assemble, spread 1 tablespoon of aioli across the bottom of each toasted brioche bun. Top with pickles, a piece chicken, a dash of hot sauce, and about ½ cup (50g) slaw. Top with the top bun.
- Enjoy!
Tips:
- Choose a firm and flavorful fish or chicken for your sandwich. Salmon, tilapia, catfish, and cod are all great options for fish, while chicken breast or thigh meat works well for chicken sandwiches.
- Be sure to season your fish or chicken well before cooking. This will help to enhance the flavor of the sandwich.
- Use a light coating of flour or bread crumbs to help the fish or chicken crisp up in the pan.
- Cook your fish or chicken over medium heat until it is cooked through. Do not overcook, or the fish or chicken will become dry and tough.
- To make the spicy mayonnaise, simply combine mayonnaise, sriracha, and lemon juice to taste. You can also add other spices, such as garlic powder or onion powder, to taste.
- Serve your crispy fish or chicken sandwich on a toasted bun with your favorite toppings. Some popular toppings include lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickles.
Conclusion:
A crispy fish or chicken sandwich with spicy mayonnaise is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a sandwich that is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a tasty and satisfying meal, give this crispy fish or chicken sandwich with spicy mayonnaise a try.
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