Balık Ekmek (Fish Sandwich)
Balık Ekmek, the beloved Turkish fish sandwich, brings the vibrant flavors of Istanbul to your table. This quick and easy recipe features succulent grilled fish nestled in crusty bread, topped with zesty pickled onions and a splash of fresh lemon juice. Perfect for casual lunches or family dinners, Balık Ekmek is not just a meal; it’s an experience that will transport your taste buds to the bustling streets of Turkey.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Turkish
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 fresh white fish fillets (mackerel or sea bass, approx. 200g each)
- 2 crusty bread rolls (baguette or ciabatta)
- 1 lemon (juiced)
- 100g pickled onions
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse fish fillets under cold water and pat dry. Slice bread rolls in half.
- Drizzle olive oil over fish and season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Marinate for 10 minutes.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill fish skin-side down for about 4-5 minutes until golden brown.
- While grilling, toast sliced bread rolls cut-side down on the grill for about 2 minutes.
- Assemble sandwiches by placing grilled fish on each roll, topping with pickled onions and extra lemon juice if desired.
- Serve immediately with extra lemon wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 60mg