Description
Crispy homemade fish sticks bring classic comfort to dinner tables with golden-brown perfection. Mediterranean herb coatings and quick baking create a healthier twist you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 lb (454 grams) firm white fish (such as cod or tilapia), cut into 1-inch wide strips
Coating Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup (50 grams) grated Parmesan
- ¼ cup (30 grams) all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Cooking spray or olive oil for greasing
Instructions
- Transform the oven into a preheated culinary chamber at 400°F, strategically positioning a parchment-lined baking tray brushed with a delicate olive oil glaze.
- Craft a crispy armor by whisking together panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, aromatic garlic powder, vibrant paprika, and a balanced seasoning of salt and pepper in a shallow vessel.
- Crack fresh eggs into a separate bowl, vigorously beating them until they achieve a light, frothy consistency.
- Disperse flour across a flat plate, creating a pristine coating station.
- Embark on a meticulous fish transformation: delicately dust each fish strip with flour, gently shaking off excess powder.
- Immerse the floured fish into the egg bath, ensuring complete coverage before transferring to the seasoned breadcrumb mixture.
- Meticulously arrange the breaded fish strips on the prepared tray, maintaining strategic spacing to guarantee optimal crispness.
- Slide the tray into the heated oven, allowing the fish to bake for 15-20 minutes until the exterior turns a golden-brown hue and the interior becomes delicately flaky.
- For ultimate evenness, carefully rotate the fish sticks midway through cooking, ensuring a uniformly crisp and succulent result.
Notes
- Crisp up homemade fish sticks with a foolproof golden-brown coating that delivers restaurant-quality crunch without deep-frying.
- Ensure maximum flavor by seasoning breadcrumb mixture with Parmesan, garlic powder, and paprika for a deliciously savory profile.
- Pat fish dry before coating to help breading adhere perfectly and prevent soggy results.
- Space fish sticks apart on baking sheet for even air circulation, guaranteeing uniform browning and crispiness.
- Flip fish sticks midway through baking to achieve consistent golden color and prevent burning on one side.
- Check doneness by ensuring fish flakes easily with a fork and internal temperature reaches 145°F for safe consumption.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg