Name: 35+ BEST Sides for Fried Fish
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Ingredients: ½ head red cabbage (shredded); ½ head green cabbage (shredded); 1 carrot (grated); ¼ cup apple cider vinegar; 1 Tablespoon honey; 1 Tablespoon olive oil; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; Salt and pepper (to taste)

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Wondering what the best sides for fried fish are? I’ve got you covered with this handy guide of 35+ EASY side dish recipes!

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Many of these fish fry sides can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for a few days or even in the freezer. Simply check the individual recipes for full storing instructions and details on how to make ahead.

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35+ BEST Sides for Fried Fish

Wondering what the best sides for fried fish are? I've got you covered with this handy guide of EASY side dish recipes! Try this Vinegar Slaw. It's a super simple side dish recipe made without mayonnaise. It’s tangy, delicious and crunchy.

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Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 0

Total Time: 10

Servings: 12 people

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Ingredients

½ head red cabbage (shredded)
½ head green cabbage (shredded)
1 carrot (grated)
¼ cup apple cider vinegar
1 Tablespoon honey
1 Tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon kosher salt
Salt and pepper (to taste)

Instructions

Add cabbage and carrot to a large bowl.
Whisk together apple cider vinegar, honey, olive oil and salt. Pour over cabbage mixture.
Toss well to combine. Season with additional salt and pepper, to taste.

Notes

In place of the cabbage and carrot, you can use a 16-ounce package of shredded cabbage mix.

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What to Serve with Fried Fish: 35+ EASY Side Dishes