Skip the Drive-Thru—This Freezer Find Tastes Like a Friday Fish Fry at Home
Lent Just Got Easier (And Tastier)
For 40 days each spring, meatless Fridays send seafood lovers scrambling—whether to church fish fries, fast-food chains, or their own kitchens. As a Western Pennsylvania transplant, I miss my hometown’s crispy fish sandwiches and pierogies. But Aldi’s Fremont Fish Market Pollock Portions ($4.99/box) have become my savior—delivering drive-thru flavor without the drive-thru price.
Why These Filets Beat Fast Food
Wild-caught Alaskan Pollock – Flaky, mild, and perfect for sandwiches
Air fryer magic – Crispy panko breading (no soggy takeout here)
$1.25 per filet – Cheaper than Wendy’s, McDonald’s, or Long John Silver’s
Two bold flavors:
Classic Original (blank canvas for tartar sauce + pickles)
Dill Pickle Style (with hot sauce and dill spices built in)
Pro Tip: Build the Ultimate Sandwich
Toast a brioche bun (Aldi’s Specially Selected line has you covered)
Add melty cheese (American or pepper jack)
Pile on shredded lettuce + tangy tartar sauce
Bonus: Extra pickles for that Wendy’s-inspired crunch
Limited-Time Lent Must-Have
These freezer-aisle gems are part of Aldi’s rotating “Finds”—so stock up now before they’re gone. (Psst: They’re also perfect for quick weeknight dinners post-Lent.)
Why Fans Are Hooked
“I air-fried these with a squeeze of lemon—better than any fast-food fish sandwich!”
“The dill version is next-level. No extra tartar sauce needed!”
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