Cornmeal-Crusted Tilapia Sandwiches With Jicama Sla

Name: Cornmeal-Crusted Tilapia Sandwiches With Jicama Slaw
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 (3-ounce) whole-grain sub rolls; 1 tablespoon canola mayonnaise; 1 tablespoon plain fat-free Greek yogurt; 1 tablespoon cider vinegar; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided; 2 cups packaged cabbage-and-carrot coleslaw; 1/3 cup shredded peeled jicama; 1/3 cup shredded peeled Fuji apple; 1 jalapeno pepper, thinly sliced; 1/3 cup stone-ground yellow cornmeal; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1/3 cup 2% reduced-fat milk; 4 (4-ounce) tilapia fillets; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Servings: persons

4 (3-ounce) whole-grain sub rolls
1 tablespoon canola mayonnaise
1 tablespoon plain fat-free Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
2 cups packaged cabbage-and-carrot coleslaw
1/3 cup shredded peeled jicama
1/3 cup shredded peeled Fuji apple
1 jalapeno pepper, thinly sliced
1/3 cup stone-ground yellow cornmeal
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup 2% reduced-fat milk
4 (4-ounce) tilapia fillets
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

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Preheat broiler to high.
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Hollow out top and bottom halves of bread, leaving a 1/2-inch-thick shell. Place bread, cut sides up, on a baking sheet, and broil for 1 1/2 minutes or until toasted.
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Place mayonnaise, yogurt, vinegar, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a medium bowl; stir with a whisk. Add coleslaw, jicama, apple, and jalapeno; toss well to coat.
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Place cornmeal and black pepper in a dish. Place milk in a dish. Dip fish in milk. Dredge in cornmeal mixture; shake off excess breading. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt.
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Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil; swirl to coat. Add fish; cook 3 minutes on each side or until desired degree of doneness. Place 1 fillet in each roll; divide coleslaw among sandwiches.
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Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

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Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 (3-ounce) whole-grain sub rolls, 1 tablespoon canola mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon plain fat-free Greek yogurt, 1 tablespoon cider vinegar, and more.

Yes, Cornmeal-Crusted Tilapia Sandwiches With Jicama Slaw falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Cornmeal-Crusted Tilapia Sandwiches With Jicama Slaw

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