For A Fish Sandwich That Beats Fast Food, Add A Scoop Of This Creamy Aldi Dip (Not Tartar)

When you're at the drive-through but aren't in the mood for a greasy burger stacked with beef patties, the fish sandwich comes into its own. McDonald's has the iconic Filet-O-Fish and Burger King has the Big Fish to tempt pescatarian patrons; however, nothing compares to a sammie that you've prepared at home with your choice of protein and sauces. A simple way to take your fish sandwich up a level is to add a scoop of Crab Rangoon Dip from Aldi's Park Street Deli.

Aldi has several dips, from the classic spinach and artichoke to the more unusual cranberry and jalapeño, that are perfect for pairing with chips and veggies (our fave is the cucumber dill tzatziki). That said, it's the Park Street Deli Crab Rangoon Dip that's incredible with a fish sandwich because it doubles down on all that fishy flavor. Made of surimi (a processed seafood paste prepared with pollock or whiting), crabmeat, cream cheese, and red peppers, this dip is rich and creamy with a mild crab flavor.

Fish sandwiches are classically served with tartar sauce because the tangy pickles and briny capers in the mayo-based mixture cut through the heaviness of the coating on the fillets after they've been deep-fried. While Aldi's Crab Rangoon Dip doesn't lift that fried flavor, it contains salted chili peppers, which lend the sammie a touch of contrasting warmth against the mellowness of the fish.

Topping your fish sandwich with Crab Rangoon Dip will instantly give your finished dish a gourmet feel with zero extra effort required; simply add some crunchy greens and pickles, or pair it with a tangy slaw that provides contrast against the creaminess of the dip. The smoothness of the dip will provide textural balance against the crispy breading on the fish, creating an interesting mouthfeel. The same goes for other varieties of seafood sandwiches too, such as a shrimp po-boy or lobster roll that also feature a deep-fried coating. You could even add a dollop of Aldi's Crab Rangoon Dip to an oyster sandwich, a once-popular seafood sammie that deserves a revival, to complement its briny and oceanic quality.

Any leftovers in the 10-ounce container, priced at $3.29, can be enjoyed as a dip with pita chips (fans on Reddit recommend doctoring up the dip with diced green onion, minced ginger, and a squirt of sriracha), but you could also turn it into crab Rangoon deviled eggs. All you need to do is mix chopped egg yolks into the dip, stuff a spoonful into your halved egg whites, and top with crispy wonton strips.