The 30 BEST Sides for Fried Fish
If you’re wondering what to serve with fried fish, you’ve come to the right place!
Whether you’re deep fried with beer batter or southern cornmeal, there are many different ones Sides for fried fish to be found here.
From classics like fries and coleslaw to salads, veggies, casseroles and more, there’s a wide range of options for you.
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Cheese Grits… the ultimate southern side dish! This creamy and soothing corn-based treat is a Southern staple.
This one deserves a place in every cook’s repertoire. It’s one of our favorite side dishes for fried fish, especially catfish!
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This creamy Creole Slaw is a great twist on this classic potluck side dish. Your traditional coleslaw gets a snazzy upgrade.
Bring this to your next gathering and guests will be asking for the secret to your coleslaw!
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Macaroni salad is another staple side dish for fried fish.
This version is extra creamy and extra tangy. Make a large batch and enjoy the leftovers for days!
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Mildly flavored sweet squash folded into a creamy, cheesy sauce and topped with a buttery cracker topping (and yes, the Ritz is the best).
People will go for seconds and thirds!
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These tasty alternatives to your plain fries are wowing restaurants across the country.
The sweetness of these fries pairs well with crispy, savory fish.
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Dirty rice is a famous dish in Creole and Cajun cuisine. Cuts of meat and a generous dose of spices give white rice a “dirty” color.
It’s a super delicious recipe that’s packed with flavor. Try it and see!
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Get some veggie power with this Cucumber Avocado Tomato Salad. It is refined with a spicy pesto dressing and fresh mozzarella pearls. So good!
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Make this colorful pasta for your next fish fry. It doesn’t get any easier than this rainbow pasta salad. We love the last hint of feta in it…
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Not only does this dish make your humble green beans fancy, but it’s absolutely delicious and elegant in its simplicity.
Bold French-style green beans with brown butter, toasted almonds (that’s where Mandelin comes from), shallots, garlic, and a squeeze of lemon to brighten it up at the end.
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Louisiana-style tartar sauce… If you need a new condiment, here it is!
Going beyond your plain tartar sauce, this Cajun classic is the BEST sauce for dipping your fried fish.
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Skip the can stuffing and make your own homemade creamed corn. Made from fresh corn it’s so creamy and full of flavor.
This supplement is addictive.
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This New England Clam Chowder is the cozy seafood bowl you need in your life. The creamy, perfectly seasoned broth is loaded with clams and potatoes.
It’s a classic side dish for seafood restaurants.
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13. Arroz con Gandules
This recipe from Arroz con Gandules could become my new favorite rice dish!
Tender rice with pigeon peas generously seasoned with salted pork, sofrito, olives, tomato sauce and some great Latin spices. It’s a taste bomb!
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Cornbread is one of our all-time favorite side dishes and goes great with fried fish.
This is cornbread taken to the next level and then some. Bacon, cheddar, and jalapenos… the best cornbread recipe ever!
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Another great dipping sauce is this easy Sriracha Mayo recipe! Once you try it, you’ll use it for everything.
Just four simple ingredients are all you need to prepare this delicious sauce, which makes a great spread for sandwiches and burgers, as a dip or as a drizzle.
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Let us present you with Balela delicacies!! So colorful, so easy, so refreshing… This hearty, colorful salad is bursting with flavor and texture.
It’s a versatile salad that you’ll make again and again.
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17. Mac and Cheese
This mac and cheese is super rich and cheesy. Everyone needs a great macaroni cheese recipe in their repertoire, and this is it!
You will love this creamy cheese.
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Have you ever eaten mushy peas next to a nice piece of fried cod? Then you’ve never been to the UK!
Mushy Peas are a popular UK site. Peas are simply boiled, then mashed and seasoned. It doesn’t get much easier than that.
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Fried okra is a classic summer side dish. This recipe will show you how to fry them until golden and crispy every time!
Get the recipe @ spicysouthernkitchen
These buttermilk biscuits are fluffy and tender. You only need four ingredients, you’ll be amazed at how easy they are!
They go well with fried fish and many other dishes.
Get the recipe @ thegunnysack
Make this incredibly easy and addictive sheet pan roasted broccoli recipe for your loved ones. Healthy, crispy and amazingly flavored, broccoli tastes delicious.
This is a perfect vegetarian side dish
Get the recipe @ damndelious
Nothing says Southern like beans, greens and cornbread. Well, those kale make up a third of the combo. Trust us, you will keep coming back to this veggie recipe!
Get the recipe @ theseseasonedmom
These fried hush puppies are so good! They’re great for snacking on, delicious side dishes for a variety of dishes, and a MUST alongside fried catfish!
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Fried okra is a classic summer side dish. This recipe will show you how to fry them until golden and crispy every time!
Get the recipe @ spicysouthernkitchen
More than just a movie, fried green tomatoes are a famous Southern appetizer or side dish. This recipe will show you how to get them nice and crispy every time!
Get the recipe @ therecipecritic
When you want a cool soft drink to go with your meal, nothing beats good old-fashioned lemonade!
This simple 3 ingredient recipe is the original. This is what kids have been selling at lemonade stands for generations.
Get the recipe @ natashaskitchen
These onion rings are easy and only require a few ingredients. They make a great fried fish side dish for people who eat onions.
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How about this classic wedge salad. Fresh, crispy and delicious. This goes great with your favorite steak, pork, chicken and fish.
It’s one of the most classic salad recipes for a reason!
Get the recipe @ therecipecritic
The star of every potluck and barbecue party. You must have some potato salad. Not just any potato salad, but something super creamy, crunchy and deliciously delicious.
This one is loaded with pickles and celery along with the usual potato salad cider. Super easy and simple.
Get the recipe @ jocooks
Last but not least we have homemade french fries. Can’t do without fish and chips!
These homemade fries are potatoes that are cut into sticks and fried until golden, then sprinkled with spices.
Get the recipe @ dinneratthezoo
So many perfect side dishes for fried fish. It’s hard to choose just one!
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ingredients
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1 cup mayonnaise
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4-5 tbsp Sriracha
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1 tbsp lemon juice
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1 tbsp honey
instructions
- Mix all ingredients in a bowl.
- Taste and adjust.
- Store in the refrigerator until ready to use.
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