Homemade Fish Sticks
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
30 mins
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Cook Time
14 mins
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Total Time
44 mins
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Servings
26 sticks
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Calories
35 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Appetizer, Lunch
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Cuisine
American
Homemade Fish Sticks
Description
This recipe starts by toasting the seasoned panko breadcrumbs in the oven to enhance their crunch and flavor before coating the fish. Cod filets are sliced into uniform sticks for even cooking, maintaining a moist interior. An egg wash containing white wine vinegar and spices binds the flour dredge to the breadcrumb coating effectively. Baking produces a crispy exterior without deep-frying, making the fish sticks lighter and easy to prepare at home. The spiced breadcrumb mixture imparts distinct herbal and smoky notes.
The fish sticks can be served with tartar sauce for dipping, adding a tangy complement to the savory coating. This makes them a suitable snack or casual meal component that can be paired with sides such as fries or salad.
For convenience, these fish sticks can be frozen before baking for up to three months. Flash freezing in a single layer avoids sticking, and they can be baked directly from frozen. Alternative white fish can be used if cod is unavailable, and substitutions for gluten-free flour and breadcrumbs are possible.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs cod fresh filet
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
Breadcrumb Coating
- 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder divided
- 1/2 teaspoon thyme dried
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 egg
- 2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon parsley dried
- olive oil for spraying
- tartar sauce for dipping!
Instructions
- Toast Breadcrumbs: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In one of the shallow bowls, add panko breadcrumbs, paprika, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, kosher salt, dried thyme, and black pepper. Mix well. Line a baking sheet with foil and spread mixed panko breadcrumbs in an even layer. Spray the top of the breadcrumbs with oil. Bake for 3-4 minutes until breadcrumbs are golden, rotating after 1 1/2 - 2 minutes. Return to bowl once toasted and set aside.
- Cut Cod: With a very sharp knife, slice cod, along the grain, into 4 - 4 1/2 inch long and 1 - 1 1/2 inch wide strips or "sticks". If there is still a bone in the filet, do your best to slice as close to the bone as possible, but not into it, to ensure boneless strips. Place on tray. Don't worry if they seem long, they will shrink when they bake.
- Prep Egg Wash and Flour: Add the eggs, white wine vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder, parsley, and onion powder to one of the wide shallow bowls. Whisk until well combined. Add the flour to the third bowl.
- Dredge and Bread: Line a large baking sheet with foil and spray with oil. Set up your area with the bowls of flour, egg wash, and breadcrumbs in that order. Place a small glass or bowl of water and and have a hand towel ready.Taking one fish stick at a time, first dredge in flour and shake off excess flour. Then dip in the egg wash. (At this point, you can dip your fingers in the extra bowl of water and wipe clean, this will help prevent clumping of the panko breadcrumbs when you coat the fish stick). Add to breadcrumbs, cover with the crumbs and gently press down so the fish stick is well coated. Place on the foil-lined baking sheet. Repeat with all fish sticks.
- Bake: Turn oven heat up to 425 degress F and add baking sheet with fish sticks to the center rack. Bake for 14 minutes.
- Serve and Enjoy with your favorite tartar sauce or other dipping sauce!
Notes
- Freeze the breadcrumb-coated fish sticks on a tray for 1 hour before transferring to a freezer-safe container; bake directly from frozen for convenience.
- Substitute cod with other white fish like haddock, sole, or pollock; use fresh or thawed fish to ensure proper slicing.
- Use gluten-free flour and breadcrumbs to make this recipe gluten-free as needed.
- Adjust the seasoning blend to preference, but dried herbs work best for even flavor distribution.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 26sticks
Amount Per Serving
Calories 35 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 35kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.2g | 1% |
| Trans Fat | 0.002g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 19mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 131mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 24mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.3g | 1% |
| Sugar | 0.3g | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 66IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.03mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 13mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.5mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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