Description
Homemade baked fish sticks deliver crispy golden coating and tender flaky fish that kids and adults will love, all without deep frying. They’re quick to prepare, healthier than frozen alternatives, and perfect for dipping.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound white fish fillets
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- ½ cup flour
- 2 eggs
Supporting Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Fire up your oven to a searing 425°F and position a rack in the center to ensure even cooking.
- Transform the 1 pound white fish fillets into neat, uniform strips about 1-inch wide for consistent crispiness.
- Create your breading station using three shallow dishes: spread ½ cup flour in the first, whisk 2 eggs in the second, and combine 1 cup breadcrumbs with 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon pepper, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon paprika in the third.
- Roll each fish strip first through the flour, shaking off excess, then bathe it in beaten egg, and finally coat thoroughly with the seasoned breadcrumb mixture.
- Arrange the breaded fish sticks on a parchment-lined baking sheet, ensuring they do not touch each other for maximum crispiness.
- Slide the baking sheet into the preheated oven and bake for precisely 12-15 minutes, watching for a golden-brown exterior that signals perfect doneness.
- Remove from the oven and let the fish sticks rest for 2-3 minutes to help them maintain their crisp coating before serving alongside your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Choosing fresh, white fish like cod or halibut ensures the best texture and flavor for your fish sticks.
- Patting the fish strips dry before coating helps the breading stick better and creates a crispier exterior.
- Use panko breadcrumbs for an extra crunchy coating that stays crisp even after baking.
- For a gluten-free version, swap regular flour and breadcrumbs with almond flour and gluten-free breadcrumbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Baked
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 to 4
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg