Garlic Pepper Fish Cubes with Cool Tartar Dip
These Garlic Pepper Fish Cubes with Cool Tartar Dip deliver a perfect balance of crispy, garlicky bites paired with a refreshing, creamy tartar dip. Ready in under 30 minutes, this dish is ideal for seafood lovers looking for something quick, flavorful, and crowd-pleasing.
Equipment
- Skillet
- Mixing Bowl
- Spatula
- Knife
- Cutting board
Ingredients
Fish Cubes
- 1 lb white fish fillets such as cod or tilapia, cut into cubes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Tartar Dip
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp dill pickle relish
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp capers minced, optional
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
- Cut white fish fillets into bite-sized cubes and pat them dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, mix garlic, black pepper, salt, paprika, and lemon juice. Add the fish cubes and coat evenly. Let marinate for 10–15 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add fish cubes and cook for 3–4 minutes on one side until golden brown.
- Flip the fish cubes and cook another 3–4 minutes until fully cooked and crisp on the outside.
- For the dip, combine mayonnaise, pickle relish, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and capers. Stir until smooth, then fold in parsley.
- Serve the warm fish cubes with the cool tartar dip and a drizzle of fresh lemon juice. Enjoy immediately!
Notes
For a spicier version, add cayenne pepper to the seasoning mix. The fish can also be baked or air-fried for a lighter version. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat in the oven for best texture.