Here’s a simple and tasty recipe for Fish Fingers:
Ingredients:
- 1 lb white fish fillets (such as cod, haddock, or pollock), cut into finger-sized strips
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1 teaspoon paprika (optional)
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Fish:
- Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels. Cut them into strips about 1 inch wide. Season the fish strips with salt and pepper.
- Set Up Breading Station:
- Set up three shallow bowls:
- In the first bowl, place the flour.
- In the second bowl, beat the eggs.
- In the third bowl, mix the breadcrumbs with garlic powder and paprika, if using.
- Set up three shallow bowls:
- Bread the Fish:
- Dip each fish strip first into the flour, shaking off any excess.
- Next, dip it into the beaten eggs, ensuring it’s well-coated.
- Finally, coat the fish in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Fry the Fish Fingers:
- In a large skillet, heat about 1/4 inch of vegetable oil over medium heat.
- Once the oil is hot (you can test by dropping a breadcrumb in; it should sizzle), add the breaded fish fingers in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan.
- Fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and place on paper towels to drain any excess oil.
- Serve:
- Serve the fish fingers hot with your favorite dipping sauce (like tartar sauce, ketchup, or aioli) and lemon wedges on the side.
Enjoy!
These homemade fish fingers are crispy, flavorful, and sure to be a hit with both kids and adults!
