Fish Sandwiches with Lemon-Dill Aioli

Blackened fish sandwiches with a tangy lemon-dill aioli. Garnish with lettuce and tomato, if desired. Store the remaining aioli in the refrigerator.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 706 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
• ¾ teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• ½ tablespoon garlic powder
• ½ medium lemon, juiced
• 1 dash cayenne pepper
• 4 (4 ounce) tilapia fillets
• 2 tablespoons olive oil, or as needed
• 2 teaspoons chopped fresh dill, or to taste
• ¾ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
• 4 each sandwich buns, split and toasted

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Combine mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic, dill, cayenne, salt, and pepper for aioli in a bowl. Let flavors mingle for at least 10 minutes.

Step 2

Meanwhile, combine chili powder, garlic powder, thyme, cayenne, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Sprinkle a little of the seasoning mixture over each side of the tilapia.

Step 3

Place a medium to large pan on the stovetop over medium heat. Add just enough olive oil to coat the bottom of the pan and allow oil to heat, 1 to 2 minutes. Add fish to the hot oil and cook until it flakes easily with a fork, 3 to 4 minutes on each side.

Step 4

Spread a little aioli onto each half of the toasted buns. Place cooked fish on the bottom half; top with remaining half. Serve with extra aioli on the side.