This tantalising update on the classic fish finger sandwich is made with salmon to boost your intake of omega-3, boasts a wholemeal crumb and is stuffed into a ciabatta with freshly cooked peas and a crunchy, low-fat slaw.
So as well as being super tasty, this fish finger sandwich is much healthier too!
This recipe is from Tesco, who has teamed up with celebrity chef Jamie Oliver to create three simple recipes that show just how delicious and affordable healthier food can be.
I think you'll agree that while we all want to be serving up healthier meals, sometimes it can feel hard to find the time or budget. I love that the Tesco / Jamie Oliver partnership is all about challenging that by proving that meals that are healthy needn't be more time consuming and can be just as accessible and affordable.
This fabulously-fetching fish finger sandwich ticks those boxes. It's simple and efficient to make, with no fancy ingredients and using lots of fresh veg. What's more, it costs just £1.80 per portion to make.
Here's how to make it.
Ingredients
- 600 g (1.32 lb) sweet potatoes
- olive oil
- 2 salmon fillets from sustainable sources
- 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp wholemeal flour (wholewheat flour) for dusting
- 1/4 (0.25) white cabbage
- 4 large carrots
- 2 eating apples
- 1 tbsp hot chilli sauce
- 3 tbsp fat-free natural yogurt
- 200 g (7.05 oz) frozen peas
- 1 ciabatta loaf
Equipment
Instructions
Preheat the oven to gas 4, 180°C, fan 160°C, 350°F. Cut the potatoes into thin wedges.
Place on a baking tray, drizzle over 1 tbsp olive oil and season lightly. Bake for 30 mins or until golden and cooked through, turning halfway.
Slice the fillets in half lengthways.
Grate over the lemon zest and squeeze over half the Juice. Dust with the flour, then season.
Grate the cabbage, carrots and apples. (Note: I only used two carrots in the end as there was a lot of slaw)
Squeeze over the remaining lemon juice, then mix with 1/2 tbsp chilli sauce and the yogurt.
Boll the peas for 3 mins, then drain, mash and season. Warm the ciabatta In the oven for 5 mins.
Place the salmon in a large nonstick frying pan over a medium heat. Cook for 6-8 mins or until just cooked through. (Note: I used a little spray oil in the pan to avoid sticking.)
Slice the bread open and spread over the peas.
Pile on some slaw and top with the salmon. Add extra chilli sauce if you like.
Pop the lid on and slice into 4. Serve with the remaining slaw and the wedges.
Amazing, right? Jamie's Delicious Dinners leaflets can be picked up at selected Tesco stores, and you can also get all three fabulous recipes on the Tesco Real Food website.
Yum! What do you think of this homemade take on the classic fish finger sandwich?
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Healthier Fish Finger Sarnie Recipe
Ingredients
- 600 g (1.32 lb) sweet potatoes
- olive oil
- 2 salmon fillets from sustainable sources
- 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp wholemeal flour (wholewheat flour) for dusting
- 1/4 (0.25) white cabbage
- 4 large carrots
- 2 eating apples
- 1 tbsp hot chilli sauce
- 3 tbsp fat-free natural yogurt
- 200 g (7.05 oz) frozen peas
- 1 ciabatta loaf
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to gas 4, 180°C, fan 160°C, 350°F. Cut the potatoes into thin wedges. Place on a baking tray, drizzle over 1 tbsp olive oil and season lightly Bake for 30 mins or until golden and cooked through, turning halfway.
- Slice the fillets in half lengthways, grate over the lemon zest and squeeze over half the Juice. Dust with the flour, then season.
- Grate the cabbage, carrots and apples, squeeze over the remaining lemon juice, then mix with 1/2 tbsp chilli sauce and the yogurt. (Note: I only used two carrots in the end as there was a lot of slaw)
- Boll the peas for 3 mins, then drain, mash and season. Warm the ciabatta In the oven for 5 mins.
- Place the salmon in a large nonstick frying pan over a medium heat. Cook for 6-8 mins or until Just cooked through. (Note: I sprayed the pan with cooking oil to help avoid sticking)
- Slice the bread open and spread over the peas. Pile on some slaw and top with the salmon. Add extra chilli sauce (if you like), pop the lid on and slice into 4. Serve with the remaining slaw and the wedges.
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Eileen Kelly says
Such a creative way to make a fish sammie! I love the use if the peas! the slaw is a perfect topping. The salmon is a much better choice for me too! Delish!
Emily Leary says
Really clever, isn't it. And so tasty!
Marisa Franca says
We love our wild caught salmon. It's a treat for us and that's just what we're having for dinner tonight. I've never thought of using it this way. It really looks delicious and I'm all for getting more nutrition in our diets.
Emily Leary says
Yes, it's really creative isn't it? Glad you like it!
Jyothi (Jo) says
Oh my oh my oh my......your photography is simply gorgeous. And Jamie....I love him. Everything about this sarnie is perfect...
Emily Leary says
Thank you so much! And yes, Jamie is awesome!
Veena Azmanov says
I love fish fingers and we make it all the time but I have never made it with Salmon. No clue why. This sounds so good. The flavors are perfect.
Emily Leary says
Yes it's a great idea, isn't it!
Ruchi says
I like your update on a classic fish finger! Colors are so vibrant and satisfying, making me want to cook it right now.
Emily Leary says
Yes, the colours are fantastic aren't they?!
Elaine Benoit says
This fish finger sarnie looks so fabulous! I love that you used salmon and all the ingredients look so delicious and I can imagine how delicious they would taste together! Pinning to try!
Emily Leary says
Thank you! It's a really delicious recipe and definitely one I'll be making again (and again!) Enjoy!
Allison - Celebrating Sweets says
Wow! That looks like one beautiful and flavorful meal! I love how nutritious it is, too.
Emily Leary says
My family loved this tasty dish! I hope you decide to give it a try!
Jenni LeBaron says
This looks absolutely delicious and super easy. I love that there is so much color and flavor in this sarnie and the sweet potato wedges look just perfect.
Emily Leary says
Thank you! My friends and family love this recipe! I hope you'll enjoy it too :)
Kelly Anthony says
There has never been a more exciting way to eat fish! I love all the colors AND flavors in this dish!
Emily Leary says
This tasty dish went down a treat in our house - I'll definitely be making it again! I hope that you enjoy it too if you give it a go!
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Emily Leary says
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