Air Fryer Fisherman's Basket — Sauces & Slaw

The basket is the main event — but these three additions take it from a quick weeknight meal to something that feels genuinely complete. All three take under 10 minutes to make.

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🍋 Tartare Sauce

Prep Time: 5 mins | Serves: 2–3

Ingredients

• ½ cup mayonnaise
• 1 tbsp finely chopped capers
• 1 tbsp finely chopped cornichons or pickles
• 1 tbsp finely chopped shallot
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp chopped fresh dill (optional)

Method

1. Combine all ingredients in a small bowl.
2. Mix well until evenly blended.
3. Chill for 10 minutes before serving.

Pro Tip
Homemade tartare sauce is brighter and fresher than jarred versions — the acidity lifts the seafood beautifully.

🌶️ Sriracha Mayo

Prep Time: 2 mins | Serves: 2–3

Ingredients

• ½ cup mayonnaise
• 1½ tbsp sriracha sauce
• ½ tsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp lime juice

Method

1. Stir all ingredients together until smooth.
2. Adjust spice level by adding more or less sriracha.
3. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 3 days.

Pro Tip
This sauce adds a spicy, HK-friendly kick — ideal for prawns and fries.

🥗 Simple Asian Slaw

Prep Time: 10 mins | Serves: 2–3

Ingredients

• 2 cups shredded green cabbage
• 1 cup shredded purple cabbage
• 1 carrot, julienned
• ½ cucumber, thinly sliced or ribboned
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds

Dressing

• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tsp honey

Method

1. Combine all vegetables in a large bowl.
2. Whisk dressing ingredients together separately.
3. Pour dressing over vegetables and toss well.
4. Sprinkle sesame seeds before serving.

Pro Tip
Make just before serving — the slaw stays crisp and fresh, balancing the richness of the crumbed seafood.

For more on how dressings and marinades work differently — Marinades vs Sauces: why some dishes need one and some don't.

💡 Serving Suggestion

The tartare provides tang, the sriracha mayo adds heat, and the slaw brings freshness — together they turn a simple basket into something that feels genuinely complete.

These sauces and slaw are designed to go with our Air Fryer Fisherman's Basket.

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