Description
This Baked Fish Sticks recipe offers a crispy, flavorful alternative to traditional fried fish sticks, perfect for a quick and healthy meal. Made with white fish fillets coated in seasoned panko crumbs and baked to golden perfection, this dish is ideal for family dinners or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Fish and Coating
- Cooking spray
- 1 pound white fish fillets (cod, haddock, or catfish), cut into sticks
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Ground black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2-3 large eggs, beaten
- 1 1/4 cups panko bread crumbs
- 1 teaspoon seasoning salt
Instructions
- Preheat and prep: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place a baking rack on top if you have one. Spray the prepared surface generously with cooking spray to prevent sticking and promote crispiness.
- Prepare fish: Cut the white fish fillets into equal-sized sticks to ensure even cooking. Season each stick with kosher salt and ground black pepper according to your taste preferences.
- Bread fish: Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls: one with the all-purpose flour, one with the beaten eggs, and one with the panko bread crumbs mixed evenly with seasoning salt. Dredge each fish stick first in the flour, shaking off any excess, then dip into the beaten eggs, and finally coat completely with the panko crumb mixture.
- Bake: Arrange the breaded fish sticks on the prepared baking sheet or rack in a single layer. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and the coating is golden brown. If you are not using a baking rack, flip the fish sticks halfway through the cooking time for an even crust.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve immediately. Accompany with lemon wedges and your favorite dipping sauce for a delicious, crispy meal.
Notes
- Using a baking rack allows better air circulation around the fish sticks for extra crispiness but is optional.
- Ensure fish sticks are cut evenly to promote uniform cooking.
- For extra flavor, try adding paprika or garlic powder to the panko mixture.
- Serve with tartar sauce, ketchup, or a spicy mayo for dipping.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheated in the oven to maintain crispiness.
